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A9 SYP

2002 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,276 mi
Last recorded18,276 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2011
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class94,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 SYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2011 18,276 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 17,112 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 15,171 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

advise corrossion on exhaust

advise nearside rear rubber jacking block missing

advise offside rear number plate bulb dull but still illuminating number plate

advise plastic trim on sills not allowing full assessment

advise tested in wet conditions

advise underside of vehicle covered with plastic undertrays not allowing full assessment

Fail 4 Dec 2008 15,171 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

advise corrossion on exhaust

advise nearside rear rubber jacking block missing

advise offside rear number plate bulb dull but still illuminating number plate

advise plastic trim on sills not allowing full assessment

advise tested in wet conditions

advise underside of vehicle covered with plastic undertrays not allowing full assessment

Pass 29 Dec 2007 93,949 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 29 Dec 2007 93,949 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 87,622 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 86,239 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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A9 SYP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A9 SYP, 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 A9 SYP registered?

A9 SYP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is A9 SYP safe to buy?

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