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FFL 91V

1980 Mercedes-benz S-class

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

176,163 mi
Last recorded176,163 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2008
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz S-class96,813 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFL 91V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2008 176,163 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 176,161 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 175,875 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2007 175,872 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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FFL 91V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz S-class in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 96,813 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FFL 91V, 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 46 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 FFL 91V?

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What year was FFL 91V registered?

FFL 91V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 15 February 1980.

Is FFL 91V safe to buy?

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