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B3 DDP

1999 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

95,064 mi
Last recorded95,064 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class97,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 DDP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2014 95,064 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 95,064 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear tyres have little cuts but not through to cords

Pass 26 Apr 2013 93,096 miles

Both front tyres wearing outer quarters

Heavy wear both front brake discs

Nearside parking brake weak

Nearside rear brake pads worn and almost touching anti rattle plates

Some wear both rear brake discs

Windscreen washer container leaking badly

Pass 3 May 2012 87,206 miles

Heavy wear both front brake discs.

Rear brake pads not visible

Fail 24 Apr 2012 87,206 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Heavy wear both front brake discs.

Rear brake pads not visible

Fail 18 May 2011 80,844 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 May 2011 80,844 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 72,562 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 62,466 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 54,330 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 54,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 May 2007 47,733 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 41,213 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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B3 DDP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 97,181 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 B3 DDP, 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 27 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 B3 DDP?

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What year was B3 DDP registered?

B3 DDP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is B3 DDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 DDP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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