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CKO 1T

1979 Mercedes-benz S-class

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

186,477 mi
Last recorded186,477 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class94,189 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCKO 1T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 186,477 miles

exhaust rubbers are perishing

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 30 Jul 2022 186,101 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 185,987 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 185,926 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 185,926 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 185,311 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 185,309 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 11 Aug 2006 182,864 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 182,864 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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CKO 1T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 94,189 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 CKO 1T, 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 47 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CKO 1T registered?

CKO 1T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is CKO 1T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CKO 1T shows 9 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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