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J216 TNE

1992 Mercedes-benz S-class

Purple Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,338 mi
Last recorded129,338 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class117,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ216 TNE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 129,338 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 129,055 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 128,574 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 128,325 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 127,852 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 127,424 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 126,977 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 126,307 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 126,086 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 125,662 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 125,261 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 124,125 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 123,428 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 122,235 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 121,514 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 120,790 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 120,468 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 119,362 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 118,133 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 117,217 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 116,138 miles

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

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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J216 TNE is a 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class in Purple with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 117,022 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 J216 TNE, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J216 TNE registered?

J216 TNE is a 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 25 February 1992.

Is J216 TNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J216 TNE shows 21 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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