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FLD 812Y

1982 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

216,936 mi
Last recorded216,936 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2006
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class107,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLD 812Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2006 216,936 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front lower suspension ball joints & both steering track rod ends have split seals

brake pedal spongy

nearside rear suspension wishbone corroding

offside side sill corroding at front jacking point

spare tyre flat

Pass 31 Oct 2006 216,936 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front lower suspension ball joints & both steering track rod ends have split seals

brake pedal spongy

nearside rear suspension wishbone corroding

offside side sill corroding at front jacking point

spare tyre flat

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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FLD 812Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FLD 812Y, 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

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What year was FLD 812Y registered?

FLD 812Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is FLD 812Y safe to buy?

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