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LN51 XWB

2002 Mercedes-benz S 430

Gold Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,879 mi
Last recorded18,879 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S 43095,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 XWB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 18,879 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 18,879 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 18,538 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 18,288 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 17,733 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 17,025 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 16,036 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 15,778 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 15,241 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 14,281 miles

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW.

WEAR IN STEERING RACK, L.H.SIDE.

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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LN51 XWB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Gold with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz S 430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 95,898 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 LN51 XWB, 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 24 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 LN51 XWB registered?

LN51 XWB is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is LN51 XWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 XWB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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