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A382 VUU

1983 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

155,467 mi
Last recorded155,467 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2007
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz S-class114,997 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA382 VUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2007 155,467 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 155,462 miles

Centre Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

HYDRO CARBONS HIGH AT TICKOVER / MISSFIRE ?

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Outer Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 151,068 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 151,066 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

FRONT JACKING AREAS ARE CORRODED

LIFT IN STEERING WHEEL, ADJUSTING SYSTEM COULD BE TIGHTENED

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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A382 VUU is a 1983 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 114,997 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 A382 VUU, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A382 VUU registered?

A382 VUU is a 1983 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A382 VUU safe to buy?

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