MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,969 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)
Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
advise n/s/r tyre on 1.6mm. †advise n/s/f tyre on1.6mm.
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?
Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B14 PAL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 B14 PAL, 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 B14 PAL?
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What year was B14 PAL registered?
B14 PAL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 21 February 1997.
Is B14 PAL safe to buy?
The MOT history for B14 PAL shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does B14 PAL have outstanding finance?
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