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RSX 72J

1971 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

6,142 mi
Last recorded6,142 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class45,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSX 72J
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 6,142 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 5,856 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 5,856 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 5,650 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 5,375 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 5,334 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 5,267 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 4,860 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 4,860 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 4,624 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 4,264 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside rear brake hose slightly twisted

Pass 8 Sep 2010 4,176 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 3,769 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside wiper split

Pass 10 Sep 2008 2,866 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 2,045 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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RSX 72J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 45,595 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 RSX 72J, 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 55 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 RSX 72J?

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What year was RSX 72J registered?

RSX 72J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 4 February 1971.

Is RSX 72J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSX 72J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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