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M555 OVS

1998 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,667 mi
Last recorded116,667 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz G-class116,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM555 OVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2025 116,667 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 109,012 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 107,138 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 105,121 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 102,145 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 98,256 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 94,877 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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M555 OVS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 116,008 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 M555 OVS, 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 28 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 M555 OVS registered?

M555 OVS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is M555 OVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M555 OVS shows 7 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 M555 OVS have outstanding finance?

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