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BEC 21C

1965 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,176 mi
Last recorded79,176 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz S-class36,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEC 21C
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2016 79,176 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 75,346 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 74,875 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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BEC 21C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 36,346 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 BEC 21C, 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 61 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 BEC 21C?

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What year was BEC 21C registered?

BEC 21C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 December 1965.

Is BEC 21C safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEC 21C shows 3 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 BEC 21C have outstanding finance?

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