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G8 FCD

2011 Mercedes G 350

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

55,069 mi
Last recorded55,069 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes G 35057,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 FCD
MakeMercedes
ModelG 350
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 55,069 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2025 48,899 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 48,015 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 46,569 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 46,492 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2020 46,491 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 45,615 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 34,464 miles

oil leak

Fail 20 May 2016 34,464 miles

Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 28 May 2015 27,606 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 27,606 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 27,592 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Engine mulfunction on

nearside and offside front swiwel joints oil leak

oil leak

Pass 18 Dec 2013 19,314 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes G 350?

Based on 1,481 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
6,041
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5
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G8 FCD is a 2011 Mercedes G 350 in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes G 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,688 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 G 350 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G8 FCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes G 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 15 years old, this Mercedes G 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G8 FCD registered?

G8 FCD is a 2011 Mercedes G 350, first registered on 5 May 2011.

Is G8 FCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 FCD shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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