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B9 PHU

2000 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

165,138 mi
Last recorded165,138 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz S-class92,705 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 PHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2013 165,138 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 163,129 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 163,126 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Bonnet wont stay up on its own

Offside rear inner tail light dim

Oil leak

Rear brake discs corroded

Slight play in both sides of steering rack

Pass 13 Jul 2010 158,351 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 149,545 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 149,535 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 132,676 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 108,321 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 92,322 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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B9 PHU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 92,705 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 B9 PHU, 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 26 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 B9 PHU registered?

B9 PHU is a 2000 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 14 March 2000.

Is B9 PHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 PHU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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