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CYN 388C

1965 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

42,522 mi
Last recorded42,522 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz S-class36,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYN 388C
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 42,522 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 42,522 miles

Front Brake hose bulging under pressure Both sides (1.1.12 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 41,740 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 40,785 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 39,775 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 38,562 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 37,582 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 36,994 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 35,699 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 35,699 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 34,145 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 33,890 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 32,606 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 31,175 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 29,583 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 28,224 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 26,994 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 26,434 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 26,148 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 26,148 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 24,922 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

o/s/f inner door handle stiff to open

Pass 29 Aug 2008 24,670 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 24,670 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2007 24,349 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 24,349 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 23,960 miles

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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CYN 388C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 36,346 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 CYN 388C, 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 61 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 CYN 388C?

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What year was CYN 388C registered?

CYN 388C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 21 January 1965.

Is CYN 388C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYN 388C shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CYN 388C have outstanding finance?

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