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NJ18 FXU

2018 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,899 mi
Last recorded60,899 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz G-class32,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ18 FXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 60,899 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 54,527 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 46,583 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Feb 2024 46,452 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 36,367 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 26,675 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 26,654 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 17,796 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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NJ18 FXU is a 2018 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 32,357 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 NJ18 FXU, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NJ18 FXU?

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What year was NJ18 FXU registered?

NJ18 FXU is a 2018 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is NJ18 FXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ18 FXU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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