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A3 XXO

1996 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Lpg 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2007
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,722 mi
Last recorded157,722 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2006
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class107,663 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 XXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2006 157,722 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 150,189 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 150,189 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 140,351 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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A3 XXO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,199cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 107,663 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 A3 XXO, 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 30 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 A3 XXO registered?

A3 XXO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 4 September 1996.

Is A3 XXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 XXO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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