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CWK 781K

1972 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

11,466 mi
Last recorded11,466 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class54,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWK 781K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 11,466 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 11,454 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 11,451 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 May 2014 11,446 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2013 11,448 miles

Coolant leak

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2012 11,443 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 11,353 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 11,255 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 11,239 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

advise corrosion on o/s/f chassis leg and front cross member

Pass 27 Mar 2007 11,208 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 8,925 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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CWK 781K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CWK 781K, 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

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What year was CWK 781K registered?

CWK 781K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 12 April 1972.

Is CWK 781K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWK 781K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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