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JSS 987N

1975 Mercedes-benz S-class

White Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,007 mi
Last recorded13,007 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2014
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz S-class65,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSS 987N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2014 13,007 miles

all tyres perished

Fail 24 Sep 2014 12,987 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyres perished

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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JSS 987N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz S-class in White with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1975 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 65,132 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 JSS 987N, 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 51 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JSS 987N?

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What year was JSS 987N registered?

JSS 987N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 April 1975.

Is JSS 987N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSS 987N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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