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SO16 TZJ

2016 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,654 mi
Last recorded57,654 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class38,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO16 TZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 57,654 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2025 57,644 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 51,739 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 42,089 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 42,052 miles

Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 38,338 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Oct 2022 38,335 miles

Central Rear Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 32,546 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 31,304 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 25,183 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 17,304 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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SO16 TZJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 38,648 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-benz G-class fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SO16 TZJ, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SO16 TZJ registered?

SO16 TZJ is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 6 June 2016.

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