2020 Mercedes-Benz G 4.0L Petrol · V8 MOA
2020 Mercedes-Benz G (4.0L, petrol). First registered 18 Sept 2020. Recorded mileage 45,908 miles. MOT expired on 08 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ G
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,908 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V8 MOA Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2025
- 45,908 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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V8 MOA MOT History
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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Mercedes-Benz G (V8 MOA) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
V8 MOA Mileage History
- 14/10/202330,109 mi
- 09/09/202433,016 mi+2,907 mi
- 10/10/202545,908 mi+12,892 mi
Average of roughly 7,936 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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