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H3 SFB

1991 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

120,920 mi
Last recorded120,920 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz S-class126,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 SFB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 120,920 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 120,700 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 120,280 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 119,874 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 118,576 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 117,110 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 115,694 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 113,881 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 112,705 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 111,464 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 110,289 miles

Front cooler piped leak

Fail 11 Dec 2015 110,289 miles

Front cooler piped leak

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 108,972 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 107,501 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 107,501 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 106,371 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 104,448 miles

Oil leak from transmission oil cooler hose.

Slight oil leak from around steering box

Fail 14 Dec 2011 104,447 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Oil leak from transmission oil cooler hose.

Slight oil leak from around steering box

Pass 17 Dec 2010 102,843 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 101,678 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

child seat fitted on passenger near side front and rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Dec 2009 101,678 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

child seat fitted on passenger near side front and rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Dec 2008 100,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 96,176 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 96,174 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 90,695 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 90,066 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2005 90,039 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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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H3 SFB is a 1991 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 126,800 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 H3 SFB, 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 35 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 H3 SFB?

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What year was H3 SFB registered?

H3 SFB is a 1991 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 26 January 1991.

Is H3 SFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H3 SFB shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H3 SFB have outstanding finance?

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