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AM55 WAG

2008 Mercedes-benz G-class

Blue Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,103 mi
Last recorded71,103 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz G-class61,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM55 WAG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 71,103 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after hoses (1.1.11 (c))

decelerometer brakes .service and parking brake values only just met

Fail 3 Dec 2025 71,050 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after hoses (1.1.11 (c))

decelerometer brakes .service and parking brake values only just met

Pass 22 Jan 2025 64,877 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 58,041 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 57,041 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 47,845 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 42,793 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 42,533 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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AM55 WAG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz G-class in Blue with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 61,589 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 AM55 WAG, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AM55 WAG registered?

AM55 WAG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AM55 WAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM55 WAG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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