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RE51 LXT

2001 Mercedes-benz S 430

Blue Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,765 mi
Last recorded145,765 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2011
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S 43091,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE51 LXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2011 145,765 miles

nearside tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Jun 2010
Fail 5 Jun 2010

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 May 2009 134,783 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 105,235 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 72,363 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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RE51 LXT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Blue with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RE51 LXT, 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 RE51 LXT registered?

RE51 LXT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is RE51 LXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE51 LXT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE51 LXT have outstanding finance?

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