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A62 XGN

1984 Mercedes-benz S-class

Brown Petrol 4750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

99,639 mi
Last recorded99,639 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class109,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA62 XGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1984
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 99,639 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 98,925 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 98,925 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive D bush mount starting to corrod (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 98,846 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 98,576 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 97,722 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 97,387 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 95,702 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 95,702 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 95,374 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 95,374 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 90,351 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 90,351 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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A62 XGN is a 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class in Brown with a 4,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 A62 XGN, 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 A62 XGN?

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What year was A62 XGN registered?

A62 XGN is a 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A62 XGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A62 XGN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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