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C275 XRT

1986 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,456 mi
Last recorded131,456 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2009
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz S-class118,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC275 XRT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2009 131,456 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s wiper blade secured with tape

o/s and n/s tracking arms appear to be bent

Pass 2 Mar 2008 123,392 miles

n/s front inner wing starting to corrode

n/s front inner wing starting to corroded near anti roll bar mount

n/s rear wheel bearing has slight play

o/s rear anti roll bar link has slight play

o/s rear tyre wearing close to limits

steering tracking rods appear bent

Pass 12 Mar 2007 119,576 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 115,726 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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C275 XRT is a 1986 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C275 XRT, 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.

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What year was C275 XRT registered?

C275 XRT is a 1986 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 25 April 1986.

Is C275 XRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C275 XRT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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