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781 DF

1972 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,616 mi
Last recorded98,616 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class54,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration781 DF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2021 98,616 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 98,593 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 98,581 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 98,576 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 98,566 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 98,561 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 98,533 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 98,503 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 98,476 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 98,451 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 98,383 miles

Battery insecure

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 98,317 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 98,310 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 98,271 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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781 DF is a 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 54,574 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 781 DF, 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 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 781 DF registered?

781 DF is a 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 24 July 1972.

Is 781 DF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 781 DF shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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