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A17 RKD

2000 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,695 mi
Last recorded112,695 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2013
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz S-class92,705 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2013 112,695 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 96,362 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 96,361 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 88,646 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 79,860 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 73,807 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 66,026 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 57,246 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 44,714 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 RKD is a 2000 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RKD, 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 RKD registered?

A17 RKD is a 2000 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 22 September 2000.

Is A17 RKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 RKD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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