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B713 XYN

1985 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

54,670 mi
Last recorded54,670 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz S-class114,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB713 XYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 54,670 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 54,670 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 54,659 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 54,590 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 54,590 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 54,035 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 53,793 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 53,788 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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B713 XYN is a 1985 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 B713 XYN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B713 XYN registered?

B713 XYN is a 1985 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 14 March 1985.

Is B713 XYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B713 XYN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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