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OV51 XLH

2001 Mercedes-benz S 430

Green Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

160,319 mi
Last recorded160,319 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S 43091,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 XLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 160,319 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 155,890 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 145,221 miles

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

presenter adviced

Pass 22 Apr 2013 131,877 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

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

Fail 10 Apr 2013 131,086 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

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

Fail 6 Apr 2012 115,594 miles

Nearside Front Halfshaft bolt loose (4.2.B.3)

Offside Front Halfshaft nut loose (4.2.B.3)

Oil leak

r/bumper parking sensor( middle x2) missing

Pass 6 Apr 2012 115,594 miles

Oil leak

r/bumper parking sensor( middle x2) missing

Pass 11 Oct 2010 94,715 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 89,378 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 81,220 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 17 Oct 2008 81,220 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 75,066 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 75,066 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 67,401 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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OV51 XLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Green with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 OV51 XLH, 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 OV51 XLH registered?

OV51 XLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 6 November 2001.

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