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WMP 713T

1978 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,435 mi
Last recorded125,435 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class111,637 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMP 713T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2018 125,435 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 125,341 miles

oil leak

Pass 2 Nov 2016 125,187 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 124,974 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 124,619 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 123,897 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 123,625 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 5 Nov 2011 122,892 miles

both rear wheel bearings slight play

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 8 Nov 2010 122,520 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 122,518 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 122,243 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 122,228 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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WMP 713T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 111,637 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 WMP 713T, 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 48 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 WMP 713T registered?

WMP 713T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 26 August 1978.

Is WMP 713T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMP 713T shows 13 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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