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J1 RCO

1994 Mercedes-benz S-class

White Petrol 5973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,806 mi
Last recorded81,806 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz S-class109,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 RCO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 81,806 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking

underside corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2015 81,540 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 80,732 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Oil leak

all brake pipe have been covered in grease

rear suspension creeking

Pass 29 Sep 2012 80,159 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 79,589 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 79,279 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2009 79,134 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 79,134 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 78,984 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 78,375 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 77,372 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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J1 RCO is a 1994 Mercedes-benz S-class in White with a 5,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 109,442 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 J1 RCO, 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 32 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 J1 RCO?

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What year was J1 RCO registered?

J1 RCO is a 1994 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 8 June 1994.

Is J1 RCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J1 RCO 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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