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FC04 UVX

2004 Mercedes-benz S 430

Black Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,578 mi
Last recorded144,578 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S 43084,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC04 UVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 144,578 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mount corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2020 138,737 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2020 138,660 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2019 130,009 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 122,300 miles

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

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

Rear diff oil leak

Under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2017 117,502 miles

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

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

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

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

undertray/engine cover fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2016 114,188 miles

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

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

undertray/engine cover fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2015 109,357 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 106,951 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 106,033 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 103,387 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 100,560 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 98,025 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 94,022 miles

diff oil leaking

Fail 19 Feb 2009 94,022 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

diff oil leaking

Pass 4 Feb 2008 87,727 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 87,708 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 20 Feb 2007 65,403 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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FC04 UVX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Black with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FC04 UVX, 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.

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What year was FC04 UVX registered?

FC04 UVX is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 25 March 2004.

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