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GGW 781J

1971 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,205 mi
Last recorded36,205 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class45,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGW 781J
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2020 36,205 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 35,215 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 32,607 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 30,762 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 27,382 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 24,575 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 20,377 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 17,095 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 14,048 miles

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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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GGW 781J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 45,595 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 GGW 781J, 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 55 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 GGW 781J?

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What year was GGW 781J registered?

GGW 781J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 22 March 1971.

Is GGW 781J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGW 781J shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GGW 781J have outstanding finance?

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