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H1 JEJ

1997 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Petrol 6000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

114,495 mi
Last recorded114,495 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class103,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH1 JEJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,000cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 114,495 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 113,174 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 111,784 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn low on very inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 109,988 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 108,594 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 107,306 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 105,818 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 103,087 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 99,653 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 94,221 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 86,664 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 79,715 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 79,709 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 16 May 2014 71,819 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 62,582 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Apr 2012 55,121 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 46,580 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 36,668 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 25,459 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 13,868 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 74,022 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 7,405 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 7,325 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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H1 JEJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 6,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 103,857 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 H1 JEJ, 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 29 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 H1 JEJ registered?

H1 JEJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is H1 JEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H1 JEJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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