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BLL 216H

1969 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 6329cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,012 mi
Last recorded6,012 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2005
Typical for 1969 Mercedes-benz S-class50,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLL 216H
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1969
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,329cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2005 6,012 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 6,012 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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BLL 216H is a 1969 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 6,329cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1969 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,128 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 BLL 216H, 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 57 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 BLL 216H?

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What year was BLL 216H registered?

BLL 216H is a 1969 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 October 1969.

Is BLL 216H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLL 216H shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BLL 216H have outstanding finance?

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