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INZ 5558

1997 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

158,951 mi
Last recorded158,951 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class103,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationINZ 5558
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2009 158,951 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 150,330 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 131,119 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 122,462 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 109,418 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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INZ 5558 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 INZ 5558, 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 INZ 5558 registered?

INZ 5558 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is INZ 5558 safe to buy?

The MOT history for INZ 5558 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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