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FH13 VBA

2013 Mercedes-benz G-class

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

109,717 mi
Last recorded109,717 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz G-class44,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH13 VBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 109,717 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 108,229 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 105,727 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 105,727 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Front (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 100,638 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 95,521 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 86,763 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 77,568 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Off Steering Arm Bar. (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre Feathering And 1.6mm Of Tread In Centre But Still 3/4 Of Visible Treat . (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close To Wear Markers (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close To wear Markers (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close To Wear Markers (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 66,357 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 54,124 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 42,603 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 30,757 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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FH13 VBA is a 2013 Mercedes-benz G-class in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 44,116 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 FH13 VBA, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FH13 VBA registered?

FH13 VBA is a 2013 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 26 July 2013.

Is FH13 VBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH13 VBA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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