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WIB 13

1966 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,108 mi
Last recorded97,108 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 1966 Mercedes-benz S-class64,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIB 13
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2016 97,108 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 96,713 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 96,360 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 95,477 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 95,233 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 94,610 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 93,490 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 92,856 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 91,708 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 90,710 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 89,366 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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WIB 13 is a 1966 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1966 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 64,898 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 WIB 13, 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 60 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 WIB 13 registered?

WIB 13 is a 1966 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 22 March 1966.

Is WIB 13 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WIB 13 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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