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JES 516S

2017 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,282 mi
Last recorded39,282 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class32,311 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJES 516S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2025 39,282 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 36,013 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 33,861 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 32,107 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 30,234 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 26,179 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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JES 516S 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 100%.

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 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 JES 516S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JES 516S?

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What year was JES 516S registered?

JES 516S is a 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 31 October 2017.

Is JES 516S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JES 516S shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JES 516S have outstanding finance?

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