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OIJ 9298

1982 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,090 mi
Last recorded128,090 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2007
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class107,910 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIJ 9298
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2007 128,090 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 128,086 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 127,959 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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OIJ 9298 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 66.7%.

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 OIJ 9298, 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 OIJ 9298?

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What year was OIJ 9298 registered?

OIJ 9298 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 10 February 1982.

Is OIJ 9298 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OIJ 9298 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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