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BU70 TEV

2020 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 2925cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,781 mi
Last recorded147,781 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2020 Mercedes-benz S-class33,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU70 TEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,925cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 147,781 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 147,781 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 94,178 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 59,444 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 59,368 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 49,510 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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BU70 TEV is a 2020 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,925cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2020 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 33,834 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 BU70 TEV, 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 6 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU70 TEV?

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What year was BU70 TEV registered?

BU70 TEV is a 2020 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 7 December 2020.

Is BU70 TEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU70 TEV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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