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Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Black and Red · Petrol · 2002 · 4,998 cc

1 VVAMOT history

1 VVA is a black and red petrol Mercedes-Benz G-Class first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,156 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1 VVA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
G-Class
Colour
Black and Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

1 VVA was last recorded at 72,156 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,156 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,156 miles
  • 2025 – 70,539 miles
  • 2024 – 69,144 miles
  • 2021 – 64,954 miles
  • 2020 – 62,966 miles
  • 2018 – 58,585 miles
  • 2017 – 56,425 miles
  • 2016 – 53,601 miles
  • 2015 – 49,801 miles
  • 2014 – 47,030 miles
  • 2013 – 44,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,156 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,156 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,156 miles
    Test number
    302619021697
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail72,156 miles (+1,617)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,156 miles
    Test number
    228341757751
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass70,539 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    70,539 miles
    Test number
    710363773904
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail70,539 miles (+1,395)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,539 miles
    Test number
    273473250155
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass69,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    69,144 miles
    Test number
    300467451277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail69,144 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,144 miles
    Test number
    725463805651
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    892490586339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass64,954 miles (+1,988)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    64,954 miles
    Test number
    626317474028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    62,966 miles
    Test number
    330429238875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    780763226362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    830241467766
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass58,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    58,585 miles
    Test number
    264525704517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,585 miles (+2,160)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,585 miles
    Test number
    103119845912
    • MajorOffside Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass56,425 miles (+2,824)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    56,425 miles
    Test number
    537824497948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,601 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    53,601 miles
    Test number
    443211148866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,599 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,599 miles
    Test number
    192256051810
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureVehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

  17. FailMileage not read13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    838985073948
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureVehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

  18. Pass49,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    49,801 miles
    Test number
    470818598178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,801 miles (+175)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,801 miles
    Test number
    993467362470
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Fail49,626 miles (+2,596)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,626 miles
    Test number
    399282965155
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  21. Pass47,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    47,030 miles
    Test number
    586736274147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,030 miles (+4)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,030 miles
    Test number
    208178964142
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteDamage to offside rear tyre outter wall

  23. Fail47,026 miles (+2,199)15 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,026 miles
    Test number
    206218324488
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureVehicle Identification Number not legible (6.3.5.a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass44,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    44,827 miles
    Test number
    139894143198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass95,346 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    95,346 km
    Test number
    276936472275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 1 VVA

What vehicle is registration 1 VVA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1 VVA on a black and red petrol Mercedes-Benz G-Class first used on 31 Dec 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 1 VVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 1 VVA is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on 1 VVA?
The MOT on 1 VVA is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 1 VVA done?
1 VVA was recorded at 72,156 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 2,155 miles a year.
Has 1 VVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1 VVA has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on 1 VVA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 1 VVA find?
1 VVA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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