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UEV 171N

1975 Mercedes-benz S-class

Green Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

64,580 mi
Last recorded64,580 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz S-class65,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEV 171N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 64,580 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 63,946 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 63,160 miles

all tyres perished

Pass 18 Jul 2013 62,887 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 62,564 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 62,564 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 62,493 miles

front washers very weak and intermittantly working.

Pass 1 Jun 2010 62,502 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 62,502 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 62,492 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 62,489 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 62,489 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 62,428 miles

nearside front washer jet not working properly.

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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UEV 171N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz S-class in Green with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1975 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 65,132 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 UEV 171N, 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 51 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 UEV 171N?

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What year was UEV 171N registered?

UEV 171N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 18 February 1975.

Is UEV 171N safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEV 171N shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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