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BNZ 9738

1997 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,122 mi
Last recorded86,122 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class103,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 9738
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 86,122 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 85,935 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 85,921 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 85,876 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 85,809 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 85,670 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 84,960 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 83,439 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 81,038 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 76,807 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 73,062 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 70,611 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side rear tyre has a slight split but no cords exposed .

Pass 25 Mar 2014 68,216 miles

Offside rear tyre perished on sidewall.

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Mar 2014 68,216 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear tyre perished on sidewall.

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2013 66,130 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Little sffort from steering damper

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wheel arch liners fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyre side walls have slight imperfection

sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2012 64,095 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on edges

engine oil leak

front & rear wheelarch liners fitted

Fail 26 Mar 2012 64,095 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on edges

engine oil leak

front & rear wheelarch liners fitted

Fail 6 Apr 2011 61,331 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Apr 2011 61,331 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2010 61,199 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 60,378 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 58,242 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 56,207 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 55,162 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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BNZ 9738 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 103,857 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 BNZ 9738, 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 29 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 9738?

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What year was BNZ 9738 registered?

BNZ 9738 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is BNZ 9738 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 9738 shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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