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SO11 JOO

2012 Mercedes G 350

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,451 mi
Last recorded142,451 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes G 35065,648 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO11 JOO
MakeMercedes
ModelG 350
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 142,451 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2025 142,442 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 120,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 May 2024 120,008 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to coolant leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 113,621 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 108,142 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 99,925 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 87,019 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 78,571 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 67,551 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 56,754 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 46,067 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes G 350?

Based on 1,481 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
6,041
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5
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SO11 JOO is a 2012 Mercedes G 350 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes G 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 65,648 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 G 350 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO11 JOO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes G 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes G 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SO11 JOO registered?

SO11 JOO is a 2012 Mercedes G 350, first registered on 6 January 2012.

Is SO11 JOO safe to buy?

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