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YLX 156X

1982 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

254,751 mi
Last recorded254,751 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2011
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class107,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLX 156X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2011 254,751 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 25,474 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 253,283 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 253,261 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2008 250,754 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

front brakes slightly tight

Pass 6 Dec 2007 249,245 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

nearside sill has been repaired with filler

Pass 6 Dec 2006 247,739 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 247,702 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

air horns fitted

corrosion to offside rear wheel arch/doorstep

heavy surface corrosion to offside front chassis under wheel arch

oil level slightly low

surface corrosion to rear closing sills

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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YLX 156X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 YLX 156X, 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

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What year was YLX 156X registered?

YLX 156X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is YLX 156X safe to buy?

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