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D13 GWN

2016 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

52,319 mi
Last recorded52,319 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class38,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD13 GWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 52,319 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 42,242 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 39,065 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 38,979 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 37,287 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2022 37,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kicks to the right (European) (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play up/down left/right (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kicks to the right (European) (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Fail 20 Oct 2022 37,169 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 31,373 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 20,768 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 20,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 10,658 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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D13 GWN is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 D13 GWN, 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.

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What year was D13 GWN registered?

D13 GWN is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 30 September 2016.

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The MOT history for D13 GWN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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