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G16 WGN

2000 Mercedes-benz G-class

Red Petrol 4996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

82,764 mi
Last recorded82,764 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz G-class74,243 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG16 WGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 82,764 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 80,282 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 78,161 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 77,073 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 76,004 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 74,790 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 72,853 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 70,062 miles

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 13 Feb 2018 67,852 miles

Exhaust bracket broken due to corrosion

Exhaust clamp broken due to corrosion

Pass 15 Feb 2017 66,288 miles

Nearside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion by windscreen (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 65,420 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 63,818 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 60,632 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 56,359 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 56,359 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

N/S/F Headlight lens cracked and damaged, not affecting beam pattern

Pass 9 Feb 2012 53,895 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 51,113 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 47,291 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 43,728 miles

Long handbrake travel

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 40,231 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 40,231 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 33,703 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 28,819 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

adv osf tyre split on sidewall and rear tyre has nail in

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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G16 WGN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz G-class in Red with a 4,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 74,243 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 G16 WGN, 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 26 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 G16 WGN registered?

G16 WGN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is G16 WGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G16 WGN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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