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A8 RAS

2002 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

67,463 mi
Last recorded67,463 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class94,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 RAS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 67,463 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 65,413 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2019 65,413 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 64,757 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre sidewall poor condition (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2017 64,509 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 63,167 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 62,394 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 61,587 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 60,288 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 58,901 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 58,901 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 56,024 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 52,950 miles

off side rear inner tyre wall cracking

Pass 18 Feb 2009 51,157 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 45,080 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 38,449 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 33,089 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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A8 RAS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 A8 RAS, 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.

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What year was A8 RAS registered?

A8 RAS is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 18 March 2002.

Is A8 RAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 RAS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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