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A45 GPA

1984 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

128,386 mi
Last recorded128,386 miles
Recorded on29 May 2009
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class109,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA45 GPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2009 128,386 miles

front tyres worn low on inside

osf shock shows sign of leak

rear diff leaking

rear fuel pipe (on pump) looks damp

wheel arches corroded

Fail 27 May 2009 128,386 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front tyres worn low on inside

osf shock shows sign of leak

rear diff leaking

rear fuel pipe (on pump) looks damp

wheel arches corroded

Pass 9 May 2008 124,390 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 124,390 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake pipes corroded

front tie bar bushes perrished and spliting

front tyres cracked

front tyres worn low

rear tyres cracked

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 17 Apr 2007 115,399 miles

1/offside front shock damp

Pass 6 Apr 2006 102,886 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 102,884 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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A45 GPA is a 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 A45 GPA, 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

How do I check the history of A45 GPA?

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What year was A45 GPA registered?

A45 GPA is a 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 22 March 1984.

Is A45 GPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A45 GPA shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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