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XBC 844X

1982 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

123,266 mi
Last recorded123,266 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2011
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class107,910 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBC 844X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2011 123,266 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 123,266 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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XBC 844X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 XBC 844X, 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 XBC 844X?

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What year was XBC 844X registered?

XBC 844X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is XBC 844X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBC 844X 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 XBC 844X have outstanding finance?

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