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48 RAD

2014 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,235 mi
Last recorded71,235 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz G-class38,553 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration48 RAD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 71,235 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2024 65,145 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 63,075 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2023 63,073 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 54,442 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 45,307 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Nov 2021 45,307 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Uneven brake wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 36,165 miles

Emissions too clean to record a reading

Nearside Front Indicator light unit condensation

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Reverse light unit condensation

Pass 27 Nov 2019 29,794 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 29,783 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 28,327 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 25,163 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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48 RAD is a 2014 Mercedes-benz G-class 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 2014 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 38,553 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 48 RAD, 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 12 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 48 RAD registered?

48 RAD is a 2014 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 28 November 2014.

Is 48 RAD safe to buy?

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