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Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Black · Petrol · 2015 · 5,461 cc

S48 DUAMOT history

S48 DUA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz G-Class first used on 15 Dec 2015. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 48,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
48,067 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S48 DUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
G-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
15 Dec 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S48 DUA was last recorded at 48,067 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 4,133 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,934 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,133 miles
Average per year
4,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,067 miles
  • 2025 – 43,934 miles
  • 2024 – 39,786 miles
  • 2022 – 34,408 miles
  • 2021 – 29,578 miles
  • 2020 – 28,883 miles
  • 2019 – 16,891 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,067 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Evidence of tyre contact with front radius arms when steering is on left or right full lock

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 21 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,067 miles (+4,133)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    48,067 miles
    Test number
    664313146673
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass43,934 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    43,934 miles
    Test number
    298632587031
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail43,933 miles (+4,147)2 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,933 miles
    Test number
    197217844137
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded at inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded at inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass39,786 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    39,786 miles
    Test number
    249308586786
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEvidence of tyre contact with front radius arms when steering is on left or right full lock
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail39,785 miles (+5,377)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,785 miles
    Test number
    142812052508
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded brake hose at caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEvidence of tyre contact with front radius arms when steering is on left or right full lock
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake hose at brake caliper, ferrules corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass34,408 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    34,408 miles
    Test number
    978852672910
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail34,407 miles (+4,829)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,407 miles
    Test number
    508755155142
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Tyre contacting steering control arm when turned on lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass29,578 miles (+695)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    29,578 miles
    Test number
    267411633410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass28,883 miles (+1,448)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    28,883 miles
    Test number
    849413847770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass27,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    27,435 miles
    Test number
    912588876853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail27,435 miles (+10,544)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,435 miles
    Test number
    674863146171
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass16,891 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    16,891 miles
    Test number
    838187793279
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail16,890 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,890 miles
    Test number
    693509690737
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about S48 DUA

Does S48 DUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S48 DUA is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S48 DUA?
The MOT on S48 DUA is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S48 DUA done?
S48 DUA was recorded at 48,067 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 4,325 miles a year.
Has S48 DUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S48 DUA has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S48 DUA 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 S48 DUA find?
S48 DUA passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip.

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