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KAO 91V

1980 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,310 mi
Last recorded79,310 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz S-class96,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAO 91V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2026 79,310 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 79,018 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 78,993 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 78,692 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 78,689 miles

Coolant leak slight leak thermostat housing

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 78,598 miles

Coolant leak bottom hose

Pass 5 Jun 2020 78,429 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 78,354 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 78,266 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 78,122 miles

Central Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s/f wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 6 Jun 2016 77,982 miles

o/s/r brake slight binding

Pass 15 Jun 2015 77,784 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s/r brake slight binding

Pass 14 Jun 2014 77,689 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 77,556 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 77,464 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 77,345 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 77,151 miles

off side rear slight brake bind

Pass 20 Jun 2009 77,007 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 76,826 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 76,758 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 76,417 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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KAO 91V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 96,813 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 KAO 91V, 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 46 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 KAO 91V?

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What year was KAO 91V registered?

KAO 91V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 22 May 1980.

Is KAO 91V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAO 91V 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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