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BJD 837T

1979 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

91,348 mi
Last recorded91,348 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class94,189 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJD 837T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 91,348 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 91,320 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 91,272 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 91,179 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 91,091 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 90,809 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 90,809 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 90,615 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 88,366 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 88,347 miles

Central Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play o/s (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 88,266 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 88,242 miles

Unable to see brake pads

Fail 20 Apr 2015 88,220 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Unable to see brake pads

Pass 15 Apr 2014 86,894 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 86,798 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 86,046 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 82,999 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 81,759 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 81,417 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 80,813 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 79,927 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 79,909 miles

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 77,782 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 77,760 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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BJD 837T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 94,189 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 BJD 837T, 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 47 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 BJD 837T registered?

BJD 837T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 9 May 1979.

Is BJD 837T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJD 837T shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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