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AF52 HBP

2002 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,131 mi
Last recorded140,131 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2012
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class94,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 HBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2012 140,131 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 206,115 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 180,893 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 156,118 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)

Fail 3 Nov 2009 156,118 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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)

Fail 5 Nov 2008 127,480 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 127,480 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 100,631 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 73,232 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 46,239 miles

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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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AF52 HBP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AF52 HBP, 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 AF52 HBP registered?

AF52 HBP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is AF52 HBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 HBP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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