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A17 JVC

2007 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,967 mi
Last recorded61,967 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz S-class80,089 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 JVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 61,967 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 30 Mar 2019 61,967 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Road wheel fixing missing bolt missing each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 58,142 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 54,841 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 51,947 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 47,403 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 43,150 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 39,130 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 39,128 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 34,080 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Aug 2012 34,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 25,003 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 17,208 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A17 JVC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 80,089 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 A17 JVC, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A17 JVC registered?

A17 JVC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 5 September 2007.

Is A17 JVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 JVC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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