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CGD 558S

1976 Mercedes-benz S-class

Yellow Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

108,884 mi
Last recorded108,884 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2006
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz S-class66,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGD 558S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Apr 2006 108,884 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

hole at nearside front inner wing

rear tyres feathered

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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CGD 558S is a 1976 Mercedes-benz S-class in Yellow with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 66,428 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 CGD 558S, 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 50 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 CGD 558S?

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What year was CGD 558S registered?

CGD 558S is a 1976 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is CGD 558S safe to buy?

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