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K938 ESX

1993 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Diesel 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,627 mi
Last recorded133,627 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz G-class114,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK938 ESX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,962cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 133,627 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 127,151 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Feb 2014 127,151 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 125,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 118,636 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2011 115,781 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 115,759 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2010 114,529 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 114,515 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 112,997 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 112,996 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 108,498 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 108,493 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2006 97,287 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 93,840 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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K938 ESX is a 1993 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 2,962cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K938 ESX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K938 ESX?

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What year was K938 ESX registered?

K938 ESX is a 1993 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 9 July 1993.

Is K938 ESX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K938 ESX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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