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301 MHW

1996 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,413 mi
Last recorded110,413 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class107,663 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration301 MHW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2018 110,413 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Jan 2017 107,418 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 106,887 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 106,103 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 105,668 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 103,688 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 102,082 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 98,404 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 95,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 92,963 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 89,918 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 87,715 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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301 MHW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 107,663 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 301 MHW, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 301 MHW registered?

301 MHW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 14 March 1996.

Is 301 MHW safe to buy?

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