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GPE 299J

1971 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,578 mi
Last recorded92,578 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2022
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class45,595 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPE 299J
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2022 92,578 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 92,334 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 92,332 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2020 92,033 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 91,678 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 91,253 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 91,063 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 90,214 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 89,975 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 89,328 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 88,626 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 88,442 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 3,925 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 87,050 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 86,739 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 84,898 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 84,884 miles

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 May 2007 83,296 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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GPE 299J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GPE 299J, 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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What year was GPE 299J registered?

GPE 299J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 2 July 1971.

Is GPE 299J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPE 299J shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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