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A7 HAD

1988 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

91,427 mi
Last recorded91,427 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz S-class126,010 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 HAD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 91,427 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 91,009 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 90,764 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 90,618 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 90,145 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 89,523 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 88,287 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 87,685 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 86,327 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 85,201 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced small hole in outer lens (1.7.5a)

engine oil level needs top -up

slight fluid damp patch around steering box

Fail 7 Jun 2016 85,197 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (7.2.3)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced small hole in outer lens (1.7.5a)

engine oil level needs top -up

slight fluid damp patch around steering box

Pass 17 Jun 2015 80,122 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 74,310 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front wipers smearing on screen

Pass 20 Jun 2013 69,558 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 69,558 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

hole in nearside front indicator lens,but not showing white

Pass 8 Jun 2012 64,894 miles

offside rear brake pad low

small crack in front number plat

bonnet sound insulation adrift

Pass 20 Jun 2011 60,723 miles

Damage to windscreen. Not in swept area.

Oil leak and oil level showing 'half' on dipstick

Pass 1 Sep 2009 56,078 miles

Damage to front windscreen but not in swept area

Oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2008 55,140 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 54,394 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 53,331 miles

Nearside Inner Front Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A7 HAD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 126,010 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 A7 HAD, 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 38 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 A7 HAD?

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What year was A7 HAD registered?

A7 HAD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 22 September 1988.

Is A7 HAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 HAD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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