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CJ53 WCV

2004 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 4965cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,650 mi
Last recorded131,650 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz G-class88,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ53 WCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,965cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 131,650 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2023 129,982 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 15 May 2023 129,977 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 128,062 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 126,262 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 126,199 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 123,650 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 120,044 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 120,044 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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CJ53 WCV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 4,965cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 88,980 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 CJ53 WCV, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CJ53 WCV registered?

CJ53 WCV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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