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1882 VT

2003 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

128,796 mi
Last recorded128,796 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class91,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1882 VT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 128,796 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2026 128,718 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust mounting defective rear bracket damage (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 122,541 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Feb 2025 122,541 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside front headlamp damage

Pass 5 Feb 2024 113,714 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view boot lit not closing properly (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 9 Feb 2023 105,203 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 9 Feb 2023 105,203 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 24 Feb 2022 96,131 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 12 Feb 2021 93,355 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 93,355 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 92,061 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Feb 2020 92,061 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 89,186 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 5 Feb 2018 86,063 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

front tyres wearing on inner tread

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer tread

Pass 16 Feb 2017 80,353 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 80,353 miles

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 73,733 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 70,029 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 61,477 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 58,214 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 58,180 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 54,607 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 43,004 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 35,721 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 28,698 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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1882 VT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 91,309 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 1882 VT, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1882 VT registered?

1882 VT is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is 1882 VT safe to buy?

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