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PGC 904K

1981 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,186 mi
Last recorded58,186 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2013
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz S-class93,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGC 904K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2013 58,186 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 58,186 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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PGC 904K is a 1981 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 93,702 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 PGC 904K, 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 45 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 PGC 904K?

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What year was PGC 904K registered?

PGC 904K is a 1981 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 28 January 1981.

Is PGC 904K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGC 904K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PGC 904K have outstanding finance?

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