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B188 RJU

1985 Mercedes-benz S-class

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

81,973 mi
Last recorded81,973 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz S-class114,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB188 RJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 81,973 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 81,940 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and back (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 81,928 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under body corrosion

Pass 1 Feb 2023 81,838 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 81,557 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 81,489 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 81,481 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 81,396 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

all underbody repairs have been covered in a thick body sealer

Fail 11 Jan 2019 81,342 miles

All direction indicators not working not flashing just stay on (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both front chassis rails corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced subframe mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering heavily corroded on inner wings around antiroll bar mounts both sides (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure large split (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 81,212 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 81,097 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 80,841 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 80,012 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 79,488 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 79,206 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 78,842 miles

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 2 Dec 2010 76,529 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 67,807 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 63,264 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 62,346 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 55,659 miles

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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B188 RJU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz S-class in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 B188 RJU, 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 B188 RJU registered?

B188 RJU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 5 April 1985.

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