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AF53 UDP

2003 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

177,453 mi
Last recorded177,453 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class91,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UDP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2021 177,453 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both have deterioration on outer lenses and condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside obligatory mirror of a temporary type

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn at edges (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 161,810 miles

Front registration plate cracked

Offside mirror glass appears to be of a temporary type

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen and also sticky product on inside of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 148,272 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 138,687 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

windscreen chipped

Pass 27 Sep 2016 130,813 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 122,595 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

play in offside front steering arm

Fail 28 Sep 2015 122,595 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

play in offside front steering arm

Pass 24 Sep 2014 112,015 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2013 102,790 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 90,125 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 82,081 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 74,879 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 67,553 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 60,774 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 52,279 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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AF53 UDP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AF53 UDP, 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 AF53 UDP registered?

AF53 UDP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is AF53 UDP safe to buy?

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