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B136 XBU

1985 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,710 mi
Last recorded109,710 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz S-class114,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB136 XBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2018 109,710 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 109,482 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres are starting to crack and perisch

front bumper is corroded on the offside

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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B136 XBU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 114,678 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 B136 XBU, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B136 XBU registered?

B136 XBU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B136 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B136 XBU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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