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GFB 363W

1992 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

172,914 mi
Last recorded172,914 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2006
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class117,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFB 363W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2006 172,914 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 172,888 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 164,357 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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GFB 363W is a 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 117,022 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 GFB 363W, 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 34 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 GFB 363W?

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What year was GFB 363W registered?

GFB 363W is a 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is GFB 363W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFB 363W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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