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A8 GFX

1995 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

217,201 mi
Last recorded217,201 miles
Recorded on22 May 2007
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz S-class110,973 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 GFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2007 217,201 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

both front brake pipes in wheel arches corroded

both rear flexi hoses slightly deteriorated

both rear tyres near to legal limit

exhaust heat shield corroded

exhaust rear section corroded

o/s/f indicator lens chipped

offside front shock absorber slightly damp

slight freeplay steering box drop arm bottom joint

slight freeplay steering box idler arm bottom ball joint

Fail 21 May 2007 217,201 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust rear section corroded

o/s/f indicator lens chipped

o/s/f shock slightly damp

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

both front brake pipes in wheel arches corroded

both rear flexi hoses cracking and deteriorating

both rear tyres near tread depth limit

exhaust heat shield corroded

slight freeplay steering box drop arm

slight freeplay steering box idler arm bottom ball joint

Pass 31 Mar 2006 213,484 miles

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

all brake pipes corroded,some just past test

plastic sill covers fitted

slight freeplay in steering box & slight oil leak at input shaft seal

Fail 27 Mar 2006 213,484 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

all brake pipes rusty, some near to failing

plastic sill covers fitted

slight free play in steering box

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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A8 GFX is a 1995 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 110,973 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 A8 GFX, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A8 GFX registered?

A8 GFX is a 1995 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 15 March 1995.

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