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BLK 199H

1970 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

78,998 mi
Last recorded78,998 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz S-class48,654 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLK 199H
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 78,998 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 78,998 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 78,967 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 78,966 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 78,961 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 78,956 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jul 2015 78,765 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 78,765 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

boot floor/well area corroded

slight bind both rear brakes

Pass 3 Aug 2012 78,606 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 78,121 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 78,108 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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BLK 199H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 48,654 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 BLK 199H, 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 56 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 BLK 199H registered?

BLK 199H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 11 June 1970.

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The MOT history for BLK 199H shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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