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CVN 745Y

1982 Mercedes-benz S-class

Cream Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,490 mi
Last recorded91,490 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class107,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVN 745Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1982
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2021 91,490 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

various rubber boots and bushes both front and rear deteriorated with age

Pass 6 Mar 2017 89,018 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak rear diff ()

exhaust system corroded

front axle and arm corroded

rubber exhaust mounts deteriating

Fail 4 Mar 2017 89,003 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam turns on and off on its own (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing buckle (5.1.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear rear brake application uneven handbrake (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak rear diff ()

exhaust system corroded

front axle and arm corroded

rubber exhaust mounts deteriating

Pass 7 Mar 2016 88,312 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 88,107 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 88,107 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 85,000 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 85,000 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 81,997 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Mar 2007 77,838 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 73,613 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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CVN 745Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class in Cream with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 107,910 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 CVN 745Y, 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 44 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 CVN 745Y?

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What year was CVN 745Y registered?

CVN 745Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is CVN 745Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVN 745Y shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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