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BHC 775

1990 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,042 mi
Last recorded43,042 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz S-class131,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHC 775
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 43,042 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 42,979 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 41,786 miles

offside bonnet catch not working but bonnet still secure in the closed position

Pass 22 Aug 2012 40,633 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 38,108 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 37,639 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 37,639 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 37,512 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 37,347 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 37,347 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 34,672 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 34,140 miles

Oil leak

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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BHC 775 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 131,903 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 BHC 775, 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 36 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 BHC 775?

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What year was BHC 775 registered?

BHC 775 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 8 August 1990.

Is BHC 775 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHC 775 shows 12 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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