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G14 LUS

2008 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

147,836 mi
Last recorded147,836 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz G-class61,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG14 LUS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 147,836 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 146,379 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 144,472 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 141,471 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 139,825 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 139,025 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 138,077 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 11 Dec 2019 138,077 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 135,587 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 130,270 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 125,699 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

child seats fitted

top covers fitted ,under trays fitted,, side steps fitted

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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G14 LUS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 61,589 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 G14 LUS, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G14 LUS registered?

G14 LUS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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The MOT history for G14 LUS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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