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LF54 SJV

2004 Mercedes-benz G-class

Red Petrol 5500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,996 mi
Last recorded49,996 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz G-class88,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF54 SJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 49,996 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2024 49,970 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2023 49,887 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 44,398 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 44,084 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2020 43,831 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 41,088 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Aug 2016

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jul 2015
Pass 12 Aug 2014
Pass 15 Aug 2013
Fail 15 Aug 2013

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 55,124 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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LF54 SJV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz G-class in Red with a 5,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 88,980 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 LF54 SJV, 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 22 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 LF54 SJV registered?

LF54 SJV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 25 September 2004.

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The MOT history for LF54 SJV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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