MOT Status
ValidMileage
81,973 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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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))
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))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
under body corrosion
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
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
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))
Oil leak
Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
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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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.
Is B188 RJU safe to buy?
The MOT history for B188 RJU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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