MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
227,004 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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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B18 SBC is a 1989 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 127,629 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 SBC, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of B18 SBC?
You can check the full history of B18 SBC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was B18 SBC registered?
B18 SBC is a 1989 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 3 November 1989.
Is B18 SBC safe to buy?
The MOT history for B18 SBC shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does B18 SBC have outstanding finance?
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