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R999 YAY

2011 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Diesel 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

89,709 mi
Last recorded89,709 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz G-class38,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR999 YAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 89,709 miles

Front both steering linkage deteriorated

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

transfer box slightly leaking

Pass 4 Jul 2025 87,803 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 84,778 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2024 84,778 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 68,375 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 50,776 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 48,881 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2021 48,881 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 45,457 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 7 Oct 2020 45,457 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 43,735 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides perished (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides perished (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 43,735 miles

Brake pedal pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides perished (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides perished (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 41,813 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 33,203 miles

engine management light illuminated

parking brake release button sticking slightly

Fail 29 Nov 2017 33,203 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

engine management light illuminated

parking brake release button sticking slightly

Pass 30 Nov 2016 27,948 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 21,661 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 16,828 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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R999 YAY is a 2011 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 3,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 38,788 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 R999 YAY, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R999 YAY registered?

R999 YAY is a 2011 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 24 November 2011.

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