MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
124,377 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?
Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.
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YCU 501T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 6,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 111,637 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 YCU 501T, 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 48 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 YCU 501T?
You can check the full history of YCU 501T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was YCU 501T registered?
YCU 501T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 October 1978.
Is YCU 501T safe to buy?
The MOT history for YCU 501T shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does YCU 501T have outstanding finance?
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