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P173 DNP

1996 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Petrol 5987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,057 mi
Last recorded71,057 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class107,663 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP173 DNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,987cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2024 71,057 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 22 May 2020 70,665 miles

engine covers , under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 16 May 2019 69,655 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 67,567 miles

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

rear diff shows oil sweating

Pass 9 Jun 2017 65,621 miles

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully due to under-body covers fitted.

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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P173 DNP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 5,987cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 P173 DNP, 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 P173 DNP registered?

P173 DNP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P173 DNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P173 DNP shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P173 DNP have outstanding finance?

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