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ESS 11

2016 Mercedes-benz G-class

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,247 mi
Last recorded16,247 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class38,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESS 11
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 16,247 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2026 16,247 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 15,069 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 13,010 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2024 13,010 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 10,980 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 8,380 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 6,165 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 2,833 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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ESS 11 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ESS 11, 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 ESS 11 registered?

ESS 11 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 20 June 2016.

Is ESS 11 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESS 11 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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