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H8 WUU

2017 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,557 mi
Last recorded49,557 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class32,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 WUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 49,557 miles

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 49,551 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lip on edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 44,504 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 39,136 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 33,644 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 18,210 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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H8 WUU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 32,311 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-benz G-class fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H8 WUU, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was H8 WUU registered?

H8 WUU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 29 November 2017.

Is H8 WUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H8 WUU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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