MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS MOT pass rate
92.7% of 9,320 MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS MOT tests pass.
The G-CLASS passes its MOT 92.7% of the time — well above the average across all MERCEDES-BENZ models, which sits at 83.5%.
The MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS passes its MOT 92.7% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 94.9% at 0–3 years to 81.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 94.9% | 859 | 22,477 miles |
| 3–6 years | 95.3% | 4,657 | 34,792 miles |
| 6–10 years | 90.2% | 2,294 | 49,128 miles |
| 10–15 years | 89.6% | 1,096 | 73,521 miles |
| 15+ years | 81.6% | 414 | 90,531 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS
The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 39.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 39.9% | Not working |
| Tyres | 28.6% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Brakes | 21.7% | Excessively corroded |
| Identification of the vehicle | 14.4% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Suspension | 14.3% | Fractured or broken |
| Steering | 11.0% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 9.7% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Visibility | 7.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Body, chassis, structure | 3.1% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 2.5% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
Related MERCEDES-BENZ models
- MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS — 81.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS — 85.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS — 83.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLA — 89.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLC — 91.1% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLA — 87.2% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS?
- 92.7% of MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS MOT tests pass, based on 9,320 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS?
- The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 39.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MERCEDES-BENZ service history guide for how to check and keep one.