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N940 CMT

1996 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,232 mi
Last recorded155,232 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class107,663 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN940 CMT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 May 2024 155,232 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 154,228 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 152,195 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 145,099 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 135,285 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 135,274 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 134,916 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 45,292 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 125,392 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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N940 CMT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 107,663 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 N940 CMT, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N940 CMT registered?

N940 CMT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N940 CMT safe to buy?

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