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L121 TVA

2003 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

88,236 mi
Last recorded88,236 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz G-class51,284 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL121 TVA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 88,236 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 86,475 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 85,667 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 79,906 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 69,703 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2020 69,703 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2020 69,700 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (at rear of hub) (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

brake pad warning light illuminated on dash

slight deterioration to fuel cap seal

Pass 7 Jun 2019 63,613 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 60,688 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Nearside Front fog light not working

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2018 60,684 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right beam "kick up" to the wrong side (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Nearside Front fog light not working

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 57,108 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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L121 TVA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 51,284 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 L121 TVA, 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 23 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 L121 TVA registered?

L121 TVA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is L121 TVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L121 TVA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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