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A16 NAR

1997 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,298 mi
Last recorded136,298 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class103,857 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 NAR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Jul 2011 136,298 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 136,298 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 136,195 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Jul 2009 136,056 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

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)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 136,056 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 135,905 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 135,770 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 135,770 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 135,435 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

coolant leaking

oil leak

propshaft defective

speedometer not illuminated

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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A16 NAR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A16 NAR, 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 A16 NAR registered?

A16 NAR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 2 July 1997.

Is A16 NAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 NAR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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