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LF51 XSE

2001 Mercedes-benz S 430

Silver Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,782 mi
Last recorded83,782 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S 43091,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 XSE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2020 83,782 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Jan 2020 83,782 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2019 82,634 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 79,487 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 75,940 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 72,568 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 65,994 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 58,289 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 50,462 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 45,114 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 38,426 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 33,058 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 33,058 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 27,131 miles

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

o/s mirror glass

Pass 16 Jan 2008 21,055 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 15,784 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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LF51 XSE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Silver with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LF51 XSE, 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.

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What year was LF51 XSE registered?

LF51 XSE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is LF51 XSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 XSE shows 16 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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