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OKO 253G

1968 Mercedes-benz S-class

Green Petrol 2485cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

57,238 mi
Last recorded57,238 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1968 Mercedes-benz S-class56,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKO 253G
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1968
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,485cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 57,238 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 57,227 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 57,080 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 56,861 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 56,607 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 56,364 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 56,123 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 56,123 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 55,834 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 55,524 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 55,372 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 55,151 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 54,999 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2006 54,895 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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OKO 253G is a 1968 Mercedes-benz S-class in Green with a 2,485cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1968 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 56,861 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 OKO 253G, 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 58 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 OKO 253G registered?

OKO 253G is a 1968 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 16 August 1968.

Is OKO 253G safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKO 253G shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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