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XVA 591T

1979 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,837 mi
Last recorded101,837 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class94,189 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVA 591T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 101,837 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 101,710 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 101,657 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 101,655 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 101,321 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 101,217 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 101,091 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

nsf SILL DAMAGED NOT WITHIN PRESCRIBED AREA

Pass 4 Jul 2007 101,091 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nsf SILL DAMAGED NOT WITHIN PRESCRIBED AREA

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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XVA 591T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 94,189 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 XVA 591T, 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 47 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 XVA 591T?

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What year was XVA 591T registered?

XVA 591T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 22 February 1979.

Is XVA 591T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVA 591T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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