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D144 ELN

1987 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

164,738 mi
Last recorded164,738 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class133,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD144 ELN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 164,738 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 160,931 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 160,721 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 160,291 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 159,891 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 159,559 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 159,199 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2014 159,068 miles

ALL TYRES IN POOR CONDICTION

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

RUSTY REAR SUSPENSION PIPES

SLIGHT REAR BRAKE BIND TO NEARSIDE REAR

Pass 19 Nov 2012 158,005 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 156,303 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 156,303 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 12 May 2010 156,363 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 115,618 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 154,497 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2007 154,250 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 154,250 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 10 May 2006 154,205 miles

offside rear brake pipes corroided will require replacing in near future

play in steering linkage track rod ends

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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D144 ELN is a 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 133,039 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 D144 ELN, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D144 ELN registered?

D144 ELN is a 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 27 April 1987.

Is D144 ELN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D144 ELN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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