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J305 KCP

1992 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,881 mi
Last recorded138,881 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class117,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ305 KCP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2014 138,881 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 134,011 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front wings in poor condition

fuel pipes from filter to pump rusty

oil leak

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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J305 KCP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 J305 KCP, 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 J305 KCP registered?

J305 KCP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 14 January 1992.

Is J305 KCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J305 KCP shows 2 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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