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LUC 569D

1966 Mercedes-benz S-class

Green Petrol 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,959 mi
Last recorded88,959 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 1966 Mercedes-benz S-class64,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUC 569D
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1966
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2014 88,959 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 88,061 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 88,061 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LUC 569D is a 1966 Mercedes-benz S-class in Green with a 2,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1966 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 64,898 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 LUC 569D, 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 60 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 LUC 569D?

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What year was LUC 569D registered?

LUC 569D is a 1966 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 3 May 1966.

Is LUC 569D safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUC 569D shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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