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V16 ROM

2006 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,600 mi
Last recorded97,600 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz G-class57,368 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV16 ROM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2026 97,600 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 91,750 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 88,901 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 48,222 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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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V16 ROM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 57,368 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 V16 ROM, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V16 ROM registered?

V16 ROM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is V16 ROM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V16 ROM shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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