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CEV 783T

1978 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,369 mi
Last recorded109,369 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2005
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class111,637 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEV 783T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2005 109,369 miles

! Near side front brake calipier has been fouling the suspension at some point when steering is on full lock !

!!! Play in steering box is on the MOT limits !!!

Corrosion to inner near side wheel arch.

Minor exhaust leak on centre section at welded joints

Nail in Near side rear tyre.

Veroius oil leaks under vehicle.

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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CEV 783T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 111,637 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 CEV 783T, 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 48 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 CEV 783T?

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What year was CEV 783T registered?

CEV 783T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 12 October 1978.

Is CEV 783T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEV 783T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CEV 783T have outstanding finance?

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