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1966 AS

2018 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Diesel 2925cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,628 mi
Last recorded35,628 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz S-class45,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1966 AS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,925cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 35,628 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play spring link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play spring link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 35,628 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play spring link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play spring link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 30,525 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 24,822 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 20,245 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 15,340 miles

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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1966 AS is a 2018 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 2,925cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 45,674 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 1966 AS, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 1966 AS?

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What year was 1966 AS registered?

1966 AS is a 2018 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 22 September 2018.

Is 1966 AS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1966 AS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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