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LJ63 VLS

2013 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,625 mi
Last recorded53,625 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz G-class44,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ63 VLS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2026 53,625 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 49,493 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 48,590 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 45,687 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 42,571 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 37,840 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 31,586 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 25,416 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 23,881 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 19,268 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 15,418 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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LJ63 VLS is a 2013 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 44,116 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 LJ63 VLS, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LJ63 VLS registered?

LJ63 VLS is a 2013 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 1 September 2013.

Is LJ63 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ63 VLS shows 11 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 LJ63 VLS have outstanding finance?

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