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J5 OAN

2017 Mercedes-benz G-class

Grey Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,767 mi
Last recorded65,767 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class32,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 OAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 65,767 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2025 61,418 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2025 61,413 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 54,877 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 46,153 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 35,082 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 25,581 miles

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

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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J5 OAN is a 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class in Grey with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J5 OAN, 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 J5 OAN registered?

J5 OAN is a 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 18 October 2017.

Is J5 OAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 OAN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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