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33,692 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?
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55 AS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 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 55 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 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 55 AS?
You can check the full history of 55 AS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was 55 AS registered?
55 AS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 January 1998.
Is 55 AS safe to buy?
The MOT history for 55 AS shows 8 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 55 AS have outstanding finance?
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