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F743 MNJ

1991 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,749 mi
Last recorded18,749 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz S-class126,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF743 MNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 18,749 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 18,440 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 17,313 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

both front ball joint rubber boots slightly deteriorated

Pass 8 Jun 2020 17,146 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 17,023 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 16,960 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 16,903 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 16,636 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 16,588 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 16,425 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 16,306 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2013 16,219 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 16,219 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 16,077 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 15,954 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 15,907 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 15,580 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 15,312 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 14,435 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 14,157 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 13 Feb 2006 14,157 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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F743 MNJ is a 1991 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 126,800 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 F743 MNJ, 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 35 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 F743 MNJ registered?

F743 MNJ is a 1991 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is F743 MNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F743 MNJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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