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HK51 UWG

2002 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2012
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

166,586 mi
Last recorded166,586 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2011
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class94,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 UWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2011 166,586 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 8 Feb 2011 166,586 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 151,126 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 130,496 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 130,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 114,204 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 99,303 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 76,325 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 76,179 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)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 62,378 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 62,378 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 45,021 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 32,721 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 32,308 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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HK51 UWG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 94,566 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HK51 UWG, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HK51 UWG registered?

HK51 UWG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 10 January 2002.

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The MOT history for HK51 UWG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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