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FYW 432V

1979 Mercedes-benz S-class

White Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

139,061 mi
Last recorded139,061 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2005
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class94,189 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYW 432V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2005 139,061 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2005 139,061 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FYW 432V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class in White with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 94,189 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 FYW 432V, 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 47 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 FYW 432V?

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What year was FYW 432V registered?

FYW 432V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is FYW 432V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYW 432V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FYW 432V have outstanding finance?

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