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C431 NGK

1986 Mercedes-benz S-class

White Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

220,336 mi
Last recorded220,336 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2006
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz S-class118,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC431 NGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Feb 2006 220,336 miles

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

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

brake pedal antislip pad worn. 2xwelded exhaust repairs.power steering pipe to pump damp.

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 220,336 miles

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

brake pedal antislip pad worn. 2xwelded exhaust repairs.power steering pipe to pump damp.

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 3 Mar 2005 719,392 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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C431 NGK is a 1986 Mercedes-benz S-class in White with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 C431 NGK, 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 C431 NGK registered?

C431 NGK is a 1986 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 18 February 1986.

Is C431 NGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C431 NGK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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