MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
147,346 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
inner rear side lights not working
Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
nearside front tyre has cut not exposing cord
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?
Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.
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A7 XBB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 103,857 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 A7 XBB, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of A7 XBB?
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What year was A7 XBB registered?
A7 XBB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is A7 XBB safe to buy?
The MOT history for A7 XBB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does A7 XBB have outstanding finance?
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