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A13 HSB

1993 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

46,642 mi
Last recorded46,642 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2016
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz S-class118,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 HSB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2016 46,642 miles

oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2015 46,198 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2014 45,659 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 44,732 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2012 43,775 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 42,910 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 41,327 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 40,429 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 38,749 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 36,618 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 33,560 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 33,540 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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A13 HSB is a 1993 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 118,711 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 A13 HSB, 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 33 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 A13 HSB registered?

A13 HSB is a 1993 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 26 November 1993.

Is A13 HSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 HSB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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