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S708 APM

1998 Mercedes-benz G-class

Blue Petrol 5500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

118,690 mi
Last recorded118,690 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz G-class116,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS708 APM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 118,690 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 117,004 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 116,008 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 114,089 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 112,082 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 109,798 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 107,430 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 105,809 miles

Nearside Rear hub seal weeping

Pass 17 Oct 2017 103,794 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 101,701 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 98,940 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 98,918 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 95,445 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 92,499 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 88,968 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 84,922 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 82,185 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 81,471 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 78,731 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 75,736 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 70,082 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 65,231 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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S708 APM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz G-class in Blue with a 5,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 S708 APM, 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.

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What year was S708 APM registered?

S708 APM is a 1998 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S708 APM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S708 APM shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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