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PAF 354X

1982 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,968 mi
Last recorded74,968 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2013
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class107,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAF 354X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2013 74,968 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 74,726 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 74,726 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 74,249 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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PAF 354X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 PAF 354X, 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 PAF 354X?

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What year was PAF 354X registered?

PAF 354X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 7 April 1982.

Is PAF 354X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAF 354X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PAF 354X have outstanding finance?

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