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WN12 JKY

2012 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

110,641 mi
Last recorded110,641 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz G-class48,722 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN12 JKY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 110,641 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 110,262 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 177,451 miles

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

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

TPM light on

Pass 24 Nov 2022 106,451 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 97,188 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 91,693 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 81,567 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 81,567 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 67,785 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 59,896 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 49,523 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 40,506 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 29,187 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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WN12 JKY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 48,722 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 WN12 JKY, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WN12 JKY registered?

WN12 JKY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 27 March 2012.

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