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A5 GVD

2002 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

101,201 mi
Last recorded101,201 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class94,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 GVD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 101,201 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 101,129 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 100,275 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 100,183 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020
Pass 10 Jul 2019

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2018
Pass 5 Apr 2017
Pass 23 Mar 2016
Pass 9 Apr 2015
Pass 26 Mar 2015 102,875 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 102,000 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 97,803 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 92,191 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 82,300 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 82,300 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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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A5 GVD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 94,566 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 A5 GVD, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 GVD?

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What year was A5 GVD registered?

A5 GVD is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is A5 GVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 GVD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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