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M44 TOJ

2002 Mercedes-benz S 430

Blue Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

140,002 mi
Last recorded140,002 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S 43095,898 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM44 TOJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020 140,002 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light condensation (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both rear sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both rear sides (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 133,364 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

advanced wear to o/s front lower suspension arm ball joint

headlight beam images poor

Pass 8 Feb 2018 127,981 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 124,905 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 124,698 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp lamp susbstituted (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported broken off (7.1.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working mirror lamp (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported broken off (7.1.1)

Fail 6 Jan 2016 124,346 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer rear arm (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear exhaust mount

Pass 6 Oct 2014 115,154 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 111,027 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 111,027 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Sep 2013 110,610 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 104,146 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

SRS waring lamp illuminated.

Fail 25 Sep 2012 104,146 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

SRS waring lamp illuminated.

Pass 28 Sep 2011 99,552 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside headlamp dip beam dim... advise to rectify

rear brake pads 'look' low but difficult to see with wheels 'on'

service in 900 miles light on dash

small chip in windscreen

Pass 14 Sep 2010 89,064 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 72,955 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 72,944 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 71,293 miles

advise front brake discs rusting

advise front brake pads wearing low

Pass 4 Feb 2006 67,991 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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M44 TOJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Blue with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 663 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M44 TOJ, 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 M44 TOJ registered?

M44 TOJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 26 November 2002.

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