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LYR 817X

1982 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

95,770 mi
Last recorded95,770 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2006
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class107,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYR 817X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2006 95,770 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2005 91,821 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 91,821 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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LYR 817X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 107,910 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 LYR 817X, 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 44 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 LYR 817X?

You can check the full history of LYR 817X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LYR 817X registered?

LYR 817X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 3 March 1982.

Is LYR 817X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYR 817X shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LYR 817X have outstanding finance?

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