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K870 UPV

1993 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

98,005 mi
Last recorded98,005 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz G-class114,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK870 UPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Dec 2021 98,005 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak multi leaks and tail pipe loose (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine leak from turbo feed pipe at rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil cooler pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 97,224 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 96,936 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe near transfer box mount (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security of sill section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear out rigger above silencer (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive suspect rear of rocker cover or pipe in rear of cylinder head (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 96,598 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2018 96,598 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2017 96,014 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 96,012 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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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K870 UPV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 114,225 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 K870 UPV, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K870 UPV registered?

K870 UPV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 1 January 1993.

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The MOT history for K870 UPV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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