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ABH 70K

1971 Mercedes-benz S-class

Gold Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,692 mi
Last recorded28,692 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class45,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABH 70K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 28,692 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 25,174 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 21,542 miles

diff/engine/gbox leaking

exhaust leaking, rubbers missing

normal general corrosion for the age underneath

Pass 11 May 2015 15,329 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 15,364 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 15,364 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Upper Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Upper Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

advise nearside rear tyre sidewalls are perished

battery insecure

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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ABH 70K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class in Gold with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 45,595 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ABH 70K, 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 55 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 ABH 70K?

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What year was ABH 70K registered?

ABH 70K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 23 August 1971.

Is ABH 70K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABH 70K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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