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2000 Mercedes-benz G-class

Blue Petrol 4997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

125,614 mi
Last recorded125,614 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz G-class74,243 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW722 BAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 125,614 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive front diff, rear oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

Pass 26 Jul 2024 121,322 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four ()

Pass 18 Jul 2023 118,488 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2023 118,488 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 117,041 miles

Nearside Front fog light inoperative

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 116,993 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front fog light inoperative

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 116,002 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2019 113,424 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 112,714 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 112,714 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt back arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt back arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 108,858 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (3.5.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 99,357 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 89,523 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 87,113 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 86,664 miles

Front bumper insecure

Fail 28 Jun 2013 86,664 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front bumper insecure

Pass 19 Dec 2006 63,052 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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W722 BAN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz G-class in Blue with a 4,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 W722 BAN, 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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W722 BAN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 1 June 2000.

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