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EK51 ZVS

2001 Mercedes-benz S 430

Blue Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

107,569 mi
Last recorded107,569 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S 43091,708 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 ZVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 107,569 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 105,972 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 103,677 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 102,602 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 102,602 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2012 100,240 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 97,643 miles

nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit on edges

nearside rear tyre worn slightly on inner edge

wear to front brake discs

Pass 28 May 2010 95,306 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing thin

Pass 29 May 2009 92,323 miles

offside front tyre worn to legal limit

Pass 14 Apr 2008 81,111 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 73,542 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2006 65,863 miles

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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EK51 ZVS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Blue with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EK51 ZVS, 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 EK51 ZVS registered?

EK51 ZVS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 9 October 2001.

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The MOT history for EK51 ZVS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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