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DXZ 7121

1996 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

115,562 mi
Last recorded115,562 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class107,663 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXZ 7121
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 115,562 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 113,351 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 110,990 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 107,146 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 107,138 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2012 105,777 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 101,788 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 97,820 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 92,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

dry rubber noise on o/s/r suspension

engine under gaurds fitted

oil stain on steering box

Fail 6 Mar 2009 92,460 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

dry rubber noise on o/s/r suspension

engine under gaurds fitted

oil stain on steering box

Pass 17 Mar 2008 87,183 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 84,505 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 78,867 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 78,867 miles

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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DXZ 7121 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 DXZ 7121, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DXZ 7121 registered?

DXZ 7121 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is DXZ 7121 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXZ 7121 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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