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A256 MDY

1984 Mercedes-benz S-class

White Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

165,974 mi
Last recorded165,974 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2007
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class109,160 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA256 MDY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2007 165,974 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 165,919 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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A256 MDY is a 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class in White with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 109,160 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 A256 MDY, 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 42 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 A256 MDY registered?

A256 MDY is a 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A256 MDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A256 MDY shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A256 MDY have outstanding finance?

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