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V940 HLB

1999 Mercedes-benz S 430

Blue Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

136,246 mi
Last recorded136,246 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430101,507 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV940 HLB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 136,246 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2025 136,246 miles

Central Front Outer Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2024 97,515 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 95,328 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 90,580 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 85,345 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 78,140 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 73,954 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 65,314 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 57,797 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 55,439 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 54,194 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 53,124 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 52,052 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 50,559 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 49,145 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 47,580 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 44,937 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 42,489 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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V940 HLB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Blue with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 V940 HLB, 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

How do I check the history of V940 HLB?

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What year was V940 HLB registered?

V940 HLB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V940 HLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V940 HLB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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