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A7 DCP

2003 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

97,291 mi
Last recorded97,291 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class91,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 DCP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 97,291 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 88,969 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 80,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 76,858 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 75,169 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 74,212 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 73,814 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 72,343 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 68,241 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 68,235 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 65,834 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 62,388 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 57,363 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 52,703 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 52,673 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 50,354 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 46,720 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 44,196 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 38,237 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 38,219 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 36,561 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 28,125 miles

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

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

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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A7 DCP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 A7 DCP, 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.

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What year was A7 DCP registered?

A7 DCP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is A7 DCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 DCP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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