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CAV 18R

2016 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,539 mi
Last recorded42,539 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class38,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAV 18R
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 42,539 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 38,441 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 34,192 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 28,099 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 25,343 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 20,072 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 19,839 miles

Emissions not tested due to fluctuating and too high lambda reading (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative self leveling module has a part missing (4.1.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault on all airbags (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2019 9,714 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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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CAV 18R is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 38,648 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 CAV 18R, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CAV 18R registered?

CAV 18R is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is CAV 18R safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAV 18R 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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