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HSX 8

2012 Mercedes G 350

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

52,173 mi
Last recorded52,173 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes G 35065,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSX 8
MakeMercedes
ModelG 350
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 52,173 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 49,962 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2024 49,962 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 47,615 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 44,464 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 41,130 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 37,598 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 32,598 miles

Offside wiper blade may need replacing soon

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view N/S lower swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 29,464 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 23,092 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front track rod end (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip n/s lower screen (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 19,450 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 15,596 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Apr 2015 15,596 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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HSX 8 is a 2012 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 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes G 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 65,648 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 HSX 8, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes G 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HSX 8 registered?

HSX 8 is a 2012 Mercedes G 350, first registered on 2 April 2012.

Is HSX 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSX 8 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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