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A5 GEL

1991 Mercedes-benz G-class

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

177,867 mi
Last recorded177,867 miles
Recorded on27 May 2008
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz G-class151,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 GEL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2008 177,867 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 164,903 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 164,903 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 155,118 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz G-class?

Based on 15,659 MOT tests across 2,254 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
4,296
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 111
Brake pipe excessively corroded 76
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 63
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A5 GEL is a 1991 Mercedes-benz G-class in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 151,876 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz G-class fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 GEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz G-class typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of A5 GEL?

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What year was A5 GEL registered?

A5 GEL is a 1991 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 5 December 1991.

Is A5 GEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 GEL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A5 GEL have outstanding finance?

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