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S22 TEM

1999 Mercedes-benz S 430

Black Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

70,349 mi
Last recorded70,349 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430101,507 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS22 TEM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 70,349 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 71,370 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 71,180 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 70,780 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 70,401 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 70,401 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 70,344 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 70,344 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 70,344 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 70,288 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 65,183 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 65,183 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 61,970 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 55,371 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 55,347 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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 44,759 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 39,767 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2006 28,210 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 13,348 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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S22 TEM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Black with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 101,507 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 S22 TEM, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz S 430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S22 TEM registered?

S22 TEM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 24 November 1999.

Is S22 TEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S22 TEM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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