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319 HAU

1987 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 5600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,850 mi
Last recorded100,850 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class133,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration319 HAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2026 100,850 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 100,403 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 100,346 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 100,174 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 99,862 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 May 2014 99,734 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 1 May 2013 99,689 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 99,642 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 May 2011 99,575 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 May 2010 99,052 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 98,635 miles

N/s hand brake slightly weak

emmissions on limit

Pass 20 May 2008 96,760 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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319 HAU is a 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 5,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 133,039 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 319 HAU, 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 39 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 319 HAU?

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What year was 319 HAU registered?

319 HAU is a 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 18 August 1987.

Is 319 HAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 319 HAU shows 12 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 319 HAU have outstanding finance?

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