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AF53 WAJ

2003 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,346 mi
Last recorded55,346 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class91,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 55,346 miles

Engine covers & undercovers fitted to vehicle, obscuring some components

Pass 20 Aug 2014 53,880 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 52,013 miles

Cover fitted not allowing full indspection of testable items.

National Trust Sticker removed from swept area of screen prior to test.

Pass 13 Aug 2012 48,429 miles

Plastic covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 46,131 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 42,648 miles

Front number plate deteriorating

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

Plastic undertrays covering many testable items preventing full inspection

Pass 14 Aug 2009 38,602 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 38,602 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 34,735 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 34,735 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 28,997 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 21,905 miles

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

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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AF53 WAJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WAJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF53 WAJ registered?

AF53 WAJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is AF53 WAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 WAJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF53 WAJ have outstanding finance?

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