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C215 LOF

1986 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

218,015 mi
Last recorded218,015 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2010
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz S-class118,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC215 LOF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2010 218,015 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 217,632 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 217,218 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 216,450 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 216,448 miles

Nearside Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 212,302 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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C215 LOF is a 1986 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 118,246 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 C215 LOF, 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 40 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 C215 LOF?

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What year was C215 LOF registered?

C215 LOF is a 1986 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C215 LOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C215 LOF 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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