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K789 JNV

1994 Mercedes-benz S-class

Maroon Diesel 2999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

171,901 mi
Last recorded171,901 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz S-class109,442 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK789 JNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1994
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,999cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2024 171,901 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2024 171,901 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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K789 JNV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz S-class in Maroon with a 2,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 K789 JNV, 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

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What year was K789 JNV registered?

K789 JNV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 January 1994.

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