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EF53 HNN

2004 Mercedes-benz S 430

Red Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,371 mi
Last recorded108,371 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2012
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S 43084,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF53 HNN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2012 108,371 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2011 99,850 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 91,215 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 91,215 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 77,889 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 69,314 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 57,089 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

offside rear tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 10 Nov 2006 46,956 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

large under trays

new disc and pads fitted front and rear

offside head light on upper limit

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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EF53 HNN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Red with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz S 430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,980 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 EF53 HNN, 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 22 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 EF53 HNN registered?

EF53 HNN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 11 January 2004.

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The MOT history for EF53 HNN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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