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IIG 1489

1998 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

146,672 mi
Last recorded146,672 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class103,785 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIG 1489
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2012 146,672 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 142,817 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 26 Jan 2011 142,816 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 140,213 miles

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

washers

Pass 21 Jan 2009 137,960 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2009 137,959 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 136,258 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2007 133,093 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 122,326 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 122,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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IIG 1489 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 103,785 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 IIG 1489, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was IIG 1489 registered?

IIG 1489 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is IIG 1489 safe to buy?

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