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955 GOF

1997 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

170,694 mi
Last recorded170,694 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class103,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration955 GOF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 170,694 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 170,689 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 169,972 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 169,554 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 166,822 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 166,822 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 159,979 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 155,093 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 145,169 miles

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

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

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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955 GOF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 103,857 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 955 GOF, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 955 GOF registered?

955 GOF is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 15 December 1997.

Is 955 GOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 955 GOF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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