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A17 BHL

2000 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

29,332 mi
Last recorded29,332 miles
Recorded on14 May 2024
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz S-class92,705 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 BHL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2024 29,332 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 29,324 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 29,264 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 29,197 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 29,137 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 28,917 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 28,756 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 28,191 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 28,191 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 28,008 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 27,576 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 27,124 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 26,561 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 25,445 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 25,129 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 24,119 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 23,119 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 21,515 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 19,978 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 18,565 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 18,565 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2005 17,453 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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A17 BHL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 92,705 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 A17 BHL, 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 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A17 BHL registered?

A17 BHL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 8 September 2000.

Is A17 BHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 BHL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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