MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
173,967 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
flasher unit lazy
n/s and o/s rear inner sills rusted
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?
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DGK 285S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class in Red with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 111,637 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 DGK 285S, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of DGK 285S?
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What year was DGK 285S registered?
DGK 285S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1978.
Is DGK 285S safe to buy?
The MOT history for DGK 285S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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