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B3 NTU

1999 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,360 mi
Last recorded121,360 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2011
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class97,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 NTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2011 121,360 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2010 112,100 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 97,745 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2008 89,028 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 86,125 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 86,122 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2006 83,831 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 NTU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 B3 NTU, 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 NTU?

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What year was B3 NTU registered?

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

Is B3 NTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 NTU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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