CarVerify

Free Car Check

G18 MSM

2003 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Diesel 3996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,776 mi
Last recorded127,776 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz G-class51,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG18 MSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 127,776 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 123,211 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 120,212 miles

Brake pipes slightly corroded

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 118,947 miles

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

Nearside front tyre starting to lightly wear on outer edge

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 115,901 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 115,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2020 112,385 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 100,529 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 99,769 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
Full Mercedes-benz G-class reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G18 MSM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 3,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 51,284 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 G18 MSM, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G18 MSM?

You can check the full history of G18 MSM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G18 MSM registered?

G18 MSM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is G18 MSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G18 MSM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G18 MSM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G18 MSM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.