MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,240 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Propshaft component defective
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?
Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.
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A78 RDO is a 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 A78 RDO, 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 A78 RDO?
You can check the full history of A78 RDO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was A78 RDO registered?
A78 RDO is a 1984 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 16 March 1984.
Is A78 RDO safe to buy?
The MOT history for A78 RDO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does A78 RDO have outstanding finance?
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