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P770 GPF

1997 Mercedes-benz G-class

White Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,438 mi
Last recorded156,438 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP770 GPF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 156,438 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2026 156,438 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/45/21 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing borderline (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 156,425 miles

Engine management light faint in operation

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 156,385 miles

Engine management light faint in operation

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 156,369 miles

Engine management light faint in operation

Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage area (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Fail 31 May 2023 156,369 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Engine management light faint in operation

Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage area (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 156,363 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 155,436 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at pump area (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Rear Fuel pipe chafing both at tank area (6.1.3 (c) (i))

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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P770 GPF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz G-class in White with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P770 GPF, 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 29 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 P770 GPF registered?

P770 GPF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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