8 Model Years Analyzed
Mercedes S Class
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1980-2012), based on 17 DVSA recorded tests.
76.5%
Average Pass Rate
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Model Years
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Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2010 Mercedes S Class MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen
- 2Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 3Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
- 4A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened
- 5A tyre seriously damaged
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Mercedes S Class?
The Mercedes S Class has an average 76.5% MOT pass rate across model years 1980 to 2012, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes S Class?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Mercedes S Class across all years are: windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Mercedes S Class year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Mercedes S Class model years.