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GSA 9

1995 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,956 mi
Last recorded129,956 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz S-class110,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSA 9
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2018 129,956 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2012 129,714 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

light corrosion to all metal brake pipes & exhaust system

o/s/ wingmirror damaged

steering box damp

Fail 5 Apr 2012 129,710 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

light corrosion to all metal brake pipes & exhaust system

o/s/ wingmirror damaged

steering box damp

Pass 5 Mar 2011 128,639 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 127,458 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 126,865 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 126,858 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 126,858 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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GSA 9 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 110,973 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 GSA 9, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GSA 9 registered?

GSA 9 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 11 August 1995.

Is GSA 9 safe to buy?

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