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CDU 108K

1972 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

87,248 mi
Last recorded87,248 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class54,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDU 108K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 87,248 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Small blow on pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 87,237 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 87,132 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 87,129 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 87,094 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

nearside front axle king pin slight play

Pass 5 Oct 2013 87,005 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 86,904 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 86,840 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 86,698 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 86,534 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 85,764 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 85,764 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 83,141 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 78,695 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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CDU 108K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 54,574 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 CDU 108K, 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 54 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 CDU 108K?

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What year was CDU 108K registered?

CDU 108K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 12 January 1972.

Is CDU 108K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDU 108K shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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