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AM02 PXL

2002 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 3227cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

113,413 mi
Last recorded113,413 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class94,566 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM02 PXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,227cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2014 113,413 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 104,811 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 92,410 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 80,521 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 80,521 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 68,175 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 53,473 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 50,736 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 43,248 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 40,183 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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AM02 PXL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,227cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AM02 PXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM02 PXL registered?

AM02 PXL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is AM02 PXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM02 PXL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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