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GPA 182J

1971 Mercedes-benz S-class

Red Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

20,976 mi
Last recorded20,976 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class45,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPA 182J
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 20,976 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 14,203 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 13,768 miles

Offside parking brake recorded 97 kgf,it requires adjustment or repair

Oil leak engine and gearbox area ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 13,347 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 13,155 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak bottom off engine area

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 12,652 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 11,540 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 10,944 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 10,089 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 10,023 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 9,960 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 9,954 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 9,944 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 9,929 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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GPA 182J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class in Red with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GPA 182J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GPA 182J registered?

GPA 182J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 22 June 1971.

Is GPA 182J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPA 182J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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