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321 CUB

1981 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,091 mi
Last recorded48,091 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz S-class93,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration321 CUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 48,091 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 48,063 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 20 May 2013 48,063 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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321 CUB is a 1981 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 93,702 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 321 CUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 321 CUB?

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What year was 321 CUB registered?

321 CUB is a 1981 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is 321 CUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 321 CUB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 321 CUB have outstanding finance?

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