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SL18 CYC

2018 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,356 mi
Last recorded73,356 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz G-class32,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL18 CYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 73,356 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2025 73,198 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2025 73,008 miles

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2025 73,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2025 72,962 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Suspension modified

Pass 20 Aug 2024 72,434 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 66,686 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 64,170 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 49,677 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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SL18 CYC is a 2018 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 32,357 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 SL18 CYC, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SL18 CYC registered?

SL18 CYC is a 2018 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 28 June 2018.

Is SL18 CYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL18 CYC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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