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T226 GJB

1999 Mercedes-benz G-class

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,439 mi
Last recorded73,439 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz G-class100,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT226 GJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2025 73,439 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 72,894 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 70,293 miles

surface corrosion underside

Pass 18 Oct 2021 68,853 miles

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

surface corrosion on underside

Pass 20 Oct 2020 66,016 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

front and rear suspension has surface corrosion

under body has surface corrosion

Pass 17 Oct 2019 64,528 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT AND REAR ALL AROUND (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 63,125 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 62,285 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 60,938 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 57,183 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 54,998 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 52,555 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 49,259 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 45,292 miles

Exhaust mounts broken.

Front tyres perished.

Pass 30 Sep 2010 41,417 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 36,234 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 32,253 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 30,113 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 27,849 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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T226 GJB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz G-class in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 100,195 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 T226 GJB, 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 27 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 T226 GJB registered?

T226 GJB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is T226 GJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T226 GJB shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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