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D239 OUM

1987 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

142,145 mi
Last recorded142,145 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class133,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD239 OUM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 142,145 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 142,133 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 142,119 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 142,107 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 141,980 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 140,900 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2020 140,900 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 140,463 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 137,803 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 137,505 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 137,326 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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D239 OUM is a 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 133,039 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 D239 OUM, 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 39 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 D239 OUM?

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What year was D239 OUM registered?

D239 OUM is a 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D239 OUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D239 OUM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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