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J22 WAN

1992 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,371 mi
Last recorded52,371 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class117,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ22 WAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 52,371 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 51,452 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 51,371 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides underbody leading to the rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Hydraulic lines corroded (wheel arch)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 51,028 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 50,929 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 50,756 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 50,532 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 49,565 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Aug 2012 48,551 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2011 47,008 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 44,943 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 42,946 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 41,598 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 39,890 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 37,638 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 36,767 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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J22 WAN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 J22 WAN, 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.

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What year was J22 WAN registered?

J22 WAN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 14 August 1992.

Is J22 WAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J22 WAN shows 16 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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