Mercedes G55

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 5,439 cc

V8 GELMOT history

V8 GEL is a black petrol Mercedes G55 first used on 16 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 107,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2023
Mileage
107,029 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,126 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 GEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Model
G55
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,439 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 GEL was last recorded at 107,029 miles on 5 Jan 2022, 794 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,235 miles · 19 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
794 miles
Average per year
5,126 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 107,029 miles
  • 2021 – 106,235 miles
  • 2020 – 105,656 miles
  • 2019 – 105,111 miles
  • 2017 – 103,697 miles
  • 2016 – 102,701 miles
  • 2015 – 100,856 miles
  • 2014 – 99,261 miles
  • 2013 – 97,769 miles
  • 2012 – 93,502 miles
  • 2011 – 82,274 miles
  • 2010 – 71,240 miles
  • 2009 – 57,500 miles
  • 2008 – 43,644 miles
  • 2007 – 34,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,029 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear exhaust silencer flanges are heavily corroded.
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake is slightly binding.
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension parts are heavily corroded.
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bushes are heavily deteriorated on both sides. (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both front and rear brake discs are worn and lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside side repeater cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside mirror glass gone dark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,029 miles (+794)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    107,029 miles
    Test number
    758956489894
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear exhaust silencer flanges are heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake is slightly binding.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Rear suspension parts are heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bushes are heavily deteriorated on both sides. (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass106,235 miles (+579)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    106,235 miles
    Test number
    567085324745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,656 miles (+545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,656 miles
    Test number
    490166536631
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass105,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    105,111 miles
    Test number
    883319913517
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking outer (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail105,111 miles (+1,414)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,111 miles
    Test number
    600426606127
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking outer (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass103,697 miles (+996)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    103,697 miles
    Test number
    175146583046
    • AdvisoryBoth exhaust both sides heavily corroded at joint
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass102,701 miles (+1,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    102,701 miles
    Test number
    366926602477
    • AdvisoryEngine warning lamp on

  8. Pass100,856 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    100,856 miles
    Test number
    740041033437
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear brake discs are worn and lipped
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass gone dark
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail100,851 miles (+1,590)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,851 miles
    Test number
    261284936243
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear brake discs are worn and lipped
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass gone dark
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass99,261 miles (+1,492)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    99,261 miles
    Test number
    326957794260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wipers worn

  11. Pass97,769 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    97,769 miles
    Test number
    286496993257
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust system slightly deteriorated

  12. Fail97,760 miles (+4,258)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,760 miles
    Test number
    869265393234
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBottom fuel pipe ferrule corroded
    • NoteExhaust joint v rusty

  13. Pass93,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    93,502 miles
    Test number
    317971292290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail93,502 miles (+11,228)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,502 miles
    Test number
    576530392284
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  15. Pass82,274 miles (+11,034)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    82,274 miles
    Test number
    516893081267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass71,240 miles (+13,740)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    71,240 miles
    Test number
    192193470222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,500 miles (+13,856)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    57,500 miles
    Test number
    350129999272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,644 miles
    Test number
    231299308362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,644 miles (+8,885)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,644 miles
    Test number
    474539908337
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass34,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    34,759 miles
    Test number
    774044437389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 GEL

Does V8 GEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V8 GEL expired on 18 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V8 GEL?
The MOT on V8 GEL expired on 18 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V8 GEL done?
V8 GEL was recorded at 107,029 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2022, an average of 5,126 miles a year.
Has V8 GEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 GEL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on V8 GEL 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 V8 GEL find?
V8 GEL passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2022 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside windscreen wiper blade defective; both rear exhaust silencer flanges are heavily corroded., and 4 more.

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