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129 SBB

1972 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

63,881 mi
Last recorded63,881 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class54,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration129 SBB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 63,881 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 56,730 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 56,452 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2016 55,263 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 54,443 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 52,384 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 50,739 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2012 50,075 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 47,485 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 46,536 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/f crossmember has excessive corrosion outrside prescribed areas not affecting brakes or steering

vehicle heavily coated in oil underneith not allowing full inspection

Pass 1 Jun 2009 46,421 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 46,156 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s front sill section slight corrosion

Pass 24 Apr 2007 45,960 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 45,868 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 45,868 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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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129 SBB is a 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 54,574 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 129 SBB, 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 54 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 129 SBB registered?

129 SBB is a 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 4 October 1972.

Is 129 SBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 129 SBB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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