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M40 TYP

2017 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,811 mi
Last recorded82,811 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class32,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 TYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2025 82,811 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play n/s/f track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 65,009 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 40,113 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 25,981 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 15,105 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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M40 TYP is a 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 M40 TYP, 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 M40 TYP registered?

M40 TYP is a 2017 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 30 September 2017.

Is M40 TYP safe to buy?

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