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RAG 4V

1998 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

196,386 mi
Last recorded196,386 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz G-class116,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAG 4V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 196,386 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 146,362 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 195,564 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 195,509 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 195,509 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 13 Aug 2020 194,767 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 191,189 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 190,638 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 190,553 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 189,649 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 189,649 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 9 May 2014 189,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 May 2014 189,159 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 181,717 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 174,153 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 174,153 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 28 Mar 2011 162,048 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 162,048 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 153,475 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 144,293 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 135,408 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 125,262 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 110,562 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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RAG 4V is a 1998 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RAG 4V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RAG 4V registered?

RAG 4V is a 1998 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is RAG 4V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAG 4V shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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