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BC51 OCS

2001 Mercedes-benz S 430

Black Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

227,353 mi
Last recorded227,353 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S 43091,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC51 OCS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 227,353 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 125,247 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 119,353 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 115,203 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 112,104 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 107,430 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 103,527 miles

Cracks in front camber arm bushes.

Cracks in front castor arm bushes.

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

Fail 16 Oct 2012 103,527 miles

Cracks in front camber arm bushes.

Cracks in front castor arm bushes.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 93,701 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 86,596 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 80,278 miles

Right rear inner side light not working

Fail 12 Oct 2009 80,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Right rear inner side light not working

Pass 1 Oct 2008 71,896 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 1 Oct 2008 71,896 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 64,464 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 57,372 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 57,372 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S 430?

Based on 11,736 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,217
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 663
Brake pipe excessively corroded 268
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 225
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 210
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BC51 OCS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Black with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz S 430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 91,708 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S 430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 663 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BC51 OCS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S 430 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz S 430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BC51 OCS registered?

BC51 OCS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is BC51 OCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC51 OCS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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