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JJZ 3613

1998 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

229,484 mi
Last recorded229,484 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2011
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class103,785 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJZ 3613
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Sep 2011 229,484 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 220,420 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 210,898 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 210,898 miles

Nearside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 201,725 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 201,725 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 191,570 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 172,283 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 172,283 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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JJZ 3613 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JJZ 3613, 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

How do I check the history of JJZ 3613?

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What year was JJZ 3613 registered?

JJZ 3613 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is JJZ 3613 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJZ 3613 shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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