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X55 MPX

2016 Mercedes-benz G-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,284 mi
Last recorded37,284 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class38,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX55 MPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelG-class
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 37,284 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 37,267 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2025 35,956 miles

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

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Front arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rear arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Front arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Rear arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 33,911 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 32,424 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 31,346 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 29,671 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 28,190 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 24,299 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 24,298 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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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X55 MPX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 38,648 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 X55 MPX, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz G-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was X55 MPX registered?

X55 MPX is a 2016 Mercedes-benz G-class, first registered on 25 August 2016.

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