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81 LLU

2017 Mercedes-benz G-class

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,552 mi
Last recorded25,552 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class32,311 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration81 LLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 25,552 miles

Front Tinted side windows

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Dec 2025 25,548 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tinted side windows

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 22,885 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

steering damper , major oil leak/ damper defective

Fail 7 Jan 2025 22,885 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

steering damper , major oil leak/ damper defective

Pass 20 Dec 2023 18,353 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2023 18,352 miles

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 15,455 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 9,637 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 7,874 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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81 LLU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 32,311 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 81 LLU, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 81 LLU registered?

81 LLU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 29 December 2017.

Is 81 LLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 81 LLU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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