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BNZ 1645

1999 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

79,423 mi
Last recorded79,423 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class97,181 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 1645
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2012 79,423 miles

Battery requires attention

Fail 11 Dec 2012 79,418 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Battery requires attention

Pass 2 Nov 2011 77,041 miles

both front brake discs are corroded

both lower ball joint boots are burst

n/s/f lower rear ball joint has play

Fail 1 Nov 2011 77,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

both front brake discs are corroded

both lower ball joint boots are burst

n/s/f lower rear ball joint has play

Pass 14 Oct 2010 75,252 miles

front brake discs are corroded

n/s/f tyre tread is low

Fail 14 Oct 2010 75,250 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs are corroded

n/s/f tyre tread is low

Pass 7 Oct 2009 73,327 miles

both n/s/f lower ball join dust covers are heavily spit

n/s/f brake pipe has slight corrosion

n/s/f track rod end has slight play

o/s/f brake back plate rubbing on the disc

Fail 6 Oct 2009 73,325 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both n/s/f lower ball join dust covers are heavily spit

n/s/f brake pipe has slight corrosion

n/s/f track rod end has slight play

o/s/f brake back plate rubbing on the disc

Pass 6 Oct 2008 72,141 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 70,272 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 70,269 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 65,814 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 65,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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BNZ 1645 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 97,181 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 BNZ 1645, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BNZ 1645?

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What year was BNZ 1645 registered?

BNZ 1645 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is BNZ 1645 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 1645 shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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