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P500 GFT

2003 Mercedes-benz G-class

Green Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

9,771 mi
Last recorded9,771 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz G-class51,284 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP500 GFT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2017 9,771 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 9,537 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has radial tread cracking ,cords are not visible through cracks at present.

Offside Front tyre has radial tread cracking ,cords are not visible through cracks at present.

Offside Rear tyre has radial tread cracking ,cords are not visible through cracks at present.

Pass 13 Apr 2015 9,219 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 8,840 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Mar 2014 8,840 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2013 8,633 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tow electrics not compatible with vosa approved test equipment

Fail 17 Apr 2013 8,633 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tow electrics not compatible with vosa approved test equipment

Pass 17 Apr 2012 7,657 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 6,567 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 6,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 6,170 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 5,227 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 4,149 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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P500 GFT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz G-class in Green with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P500 GFT, 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 P500 GFT registered?

P500 GFT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is P500 GFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P500 GFT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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