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OES 280H

1970 Mercedes-benz S-class

White Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

8,332 mi
Last recorded8,332 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz S-class48,654 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOES 280H
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 8,332 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 8,332 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 7,871 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 7,525 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 7,025 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 6,905 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 6,849 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2012 6,849 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 86,042 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 85,782 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 85,782 miles

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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OES 280H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz S-class in White with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 48,654 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 OES 280H, 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 56 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 OES 280H?

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What year was OES 280H registered?

OES 280H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 16 March 1970.

Is OES 280H safe to buy?

The MOT history for OES 280H shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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