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OPP 987V

1980 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

118,283 mi
Last recorded118,283 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz S-class96,813 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPP 987V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 118,283 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 116,823 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 116,823 miles

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 116,712 miles

Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 116,590 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 116,242 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 115,826 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 114,895 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 114,894 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 113,919 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2012 113,040 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 112,530 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2010 111,356 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 109,814 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 108,620 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 106,043 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 105,311 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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OPP 987V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OPP 987V, 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

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What year was OPP 987V registered?

OPP 987V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 7 May 1980.

Is OPP 987V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPP 987V shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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