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XBY 261F

1972 Mercedes-benz S-class

Green Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,816 mi
Last recorded28,816 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2008
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class54,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBY 261F
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2008 28,816 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 28,816 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 28,764 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 28,763 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 28,763 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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XBY 261F is a 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class in Green with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 54,574 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XBY 261F, 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 54 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 XBY 261F?

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What year was XBY 261F registered?

XBY 261F is a 1972 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 24 May 1972.

Is XBY 261F safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBY 261F shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBY 261F have outstanding finance?

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