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450 SEL

1977 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 6900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,603 mi
Last recorded124,603 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz S-class113,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration450 SEL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,900cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 124,603 miles

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

Nearside Rear suspension unit protection gaiter deteriorated but still offering adequate protection

Pass 18 Aug 2016 124,380 miles

Nearside Rear suspension ram gaiter split

both front suspension ball covers deteriorated but still stop ingress of dirt

Pass 10 Aug 2015 123,868 miles

near side rear shock absorber rubber gator deteriorated

Pass 7 Jul 2014 123,769 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 123,546 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 123,536 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 123,303 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 123,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

brake pad warning light on

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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450 SEL is a 1977 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 6,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 113,548 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 450 SEL, 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 49 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 450 SEL registered?

450 SEL is a 1977 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 16 February 1977.

Is 450 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 450 SEL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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