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A1 LFJ

1999 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,336 mi
Last recorded172,336 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class97,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 LFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2010 172,336 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 160,034 miles

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

rear seatbelts slow to retract

slight play in steering column/steering wheel

Pass 12 Jun 2008 158,857 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

brake pedal anti slip worn

Fail 11 Jun 2008 158,857 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

brake pedal anti slip worn

Pass 24 Apr 2007 154,102 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

offside door mirror glass in poor condition

wear to advanced wear in nearside front top suspension swivel joint

Pass 9 May 2006 144,462 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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A1 LFJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 4,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 97,181 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 A1 LFJ, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A1 LFJ registered?

A1 LFJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 28 May 1999.

Is A1 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 LFJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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