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MA12 SHB

2015 Mercedes-benz G-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

85,462 mi
Last recorded85,462 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 Mercedes-benz G-class38,733 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA12 SHB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2015
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 85,462 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2025 82,197 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2025 82,197 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2022 74,589 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 71,554 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 12 Mar 2021 71,554 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2020 65,094 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 57,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front pads approx. 80-85% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2019 57,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front pads approx. 80-85% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 42,695 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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MA12 SHB is a 2015 Mercedes-benz G-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2015 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 38,733 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 MA12 SHB, 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 11 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MA12 SHB registered?

MA12 SHB is a 2015 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 10 April 2015.

Is MA12 SHB safe to buy?

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