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AM02 RSZ

2002 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

157,958 mi
Last recorded157,958 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2018
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class94,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM02 RSZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Dec 2018 157,958 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner rack joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 150,047 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear bottom arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear bottom arm (2.4.G.2)

engine light on

Fail 28 Nov 2017 150,047 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear bottom arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear bottom arm (2.4.G.2)

engine light on

Pass 21 Nov 2016 143,154 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.2.A.1b)

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2015 135,880 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.2.A.1b)

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2014 125,892 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 116,028 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 116,028 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 115,617 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 104,336 miles

o/s/f tyre is wearing on inner edge of the tread

Pass 8 Feb 2011 94,910 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 86,227 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 78,210 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 66,354 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 56,715 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 46,463 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 RSZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RSZ, 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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AM02 RSZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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