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B15 OOL

1996 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class107,663 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB15 OOL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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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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B15 OOL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 107,663 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 B15 OOL, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of B15 OOL?

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What year was B15 OOL registered?

B15 OOL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 17 October 1996.

Is B15 OOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B15 OOL shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B15 OOL have outstanding finance?

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