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F892 WVG

1988 Mercedes-benz G-class

Red Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,320 mi
Last recorded51,320 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2015
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz G-class40,974 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF892 WVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2015 51,320 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 48,631 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 48,631 miles

Front Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 47,294 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 42,362 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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F892 WVG is a 1988 Mercedes-benz G-class in Red with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 40,974 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 F892 WVG, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of F892 WVG?

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What year was F892 WVG registered?

F892 WVG is a 1988 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 11 August 1988.

Is F892 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F892 WVG shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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