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D316 SNB

1987 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 5547cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

126,404 mi
Last recorded126,404 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class133,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD316 SNB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,547cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 126,404 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 126,241 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2023 126,241 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 126,187 miles

Nearside Front Lower ball joint boot split

Offside Front track rod end boot split

Pass 28 Apr 2021 126,169 miles

Lower nearside and offside front ball joint boot split

Offside Front track rod end boot split

Pass 13 Mar 2017 125,901 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 125,697 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 125,660 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Dec 2007 125,624 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 125,624 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 125,246 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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D316 SNB is a 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 5,547cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 D316 SNB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D316 SNB?

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What year was D316 SNB registered?

D316 SNB is a 1987 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D316 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D316 SNB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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