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ADZ 259

1985 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,016 mi
Last recorded92,016 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2024
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz G-class54,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADZ 259
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2024 92,016 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2024 92,012 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 90,208 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front swivel housing leaking

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 87,487 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front swivel housing leaking

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 85,199 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front swivel housing leaking

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust system deteriorating

Pass 13 Jul 2018 80,130 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil pressure seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

diesel pump gasket leaking

o/s/f tractor joint/swivel leaking

Fail 11 Jul 2018 80,129 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil pressure seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

diesel pump gasket leaking

exhaust centre section to tail pipe clamp insecure

o/s/f tractor joint/swivel leaking

Pass 19 Jul 2017 72,254 miles

front brake discs corroded

slight leak at o/s/f tractor joint

Pass 8 Sep 2016 65,306 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 54,337 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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ADZ 259 is a 1985 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 54,652 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ADZ 259, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ADZ 259 registered?

ADZ 259 is a 1985 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 7 January 1985.

Is ADZ 259 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADZ 259 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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