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B18 CHE

1997 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,144 mi
Last recorded98,144 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class103,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 CHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2021 98,144 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 96,348 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2018 85,845 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 83,269 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 68,302 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2011 67,955 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 64,784 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 62,164 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 58,166 miles

Oil leak

plastic skirts fitted unable to examine outer sills

Pass 16 May 2007 53,453 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 53,453 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 47,450 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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B18 CHE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 B18 CHE, 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.

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What year was B18 CHE registered?

B18 CHE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is B18 CHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B18 CHE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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