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B868 FNH

1985 Mercedes-benz G-class

Red Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

55,480 mi
Last recorded55,480 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2007
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz G-class54,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB868 FNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Jan 2007 55,480 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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B868 FNH is a 1985 Mercedes-benz G-class in Red with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 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 B868 FNH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B868 FNH?

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What year was B868 FNH registered?

B868 FNH is a 1985 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 15 March 1985.

Is B868 FNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B868 FNH shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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