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40 CR

1998 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,936 mi
Last recorded81,936 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2006
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class103,785 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration40 CR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2006 81,936 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 81,936 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 62,642 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 62,642 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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40 CR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 103,785 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 40 CR, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 40 CR?

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What year was 40 CR registered?

40 CR is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is 40 CR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 40 CR shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 40 CR have outstanding finance?

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