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G280 DSD

1990 Mercedes-benz S-class

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,658 mi
Last recorded67,658 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz S-class131,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG280 DSD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2026 67,658 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 67,639 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 67,612 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 69,581 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 67,570 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 67,541 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 67,504 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2019 67,307 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 67,224 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 67,194 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 66,509 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 65,747 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 65,139 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 64,594 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 64,180 miles
Pass 2 May 2011 63,493 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 63,206 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 62,614 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 61,460 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 60,596 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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G280 DSD is a 1990 Mercedes-benz S-class in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 131,903 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 G280 DSD, 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 36 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 G280 DSD?

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What year was G280 DSD registered?

G280 DSD is a 1990 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 9 February 1990.

Is G280 DSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G280 DSD shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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