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J31 NST

1998 Mercedes-benz S-class

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,899 mi
Last recorded46,899 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class103,785 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ31 NST
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2026 46,899 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 45,727 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 45,673 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 44,097 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 41,026 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 38,342 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 33,149 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 27,446 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 27,154 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 27,077 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 26,887 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 26,088 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 25,001 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 23,216 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 21,911 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 21,270 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 19,885 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 19,625 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 18,574 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 17,952 miles

Nearside front tyre cut on outer wall and tread

Pass 7 Mar 2006 16,934 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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J31 NST is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 J31 NST, 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 J31 NST registered?

J31 NST is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is J31 NST safe to buy?

The MOT history for J31 NST 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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