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A9 VDG

1999 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

105,030 mi
Last recorded105,030 miles
Recorded on29 May 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class97,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 VDG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2017 105,030 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 104,527 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 104,321 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 104,422 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 98,828 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 91,978 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 80,966 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 74,589 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Jul 2006 74,558 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

nail in tyre

Pass 1 Oct 2005 71,670 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear 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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A9 VDG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 97,181 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 A9 VDG, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A9 VDG registered?

A9 VDG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 June 1999.

Is A9 VDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 VDG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A9 VDG have outstanding finance?

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