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01D68219

2001 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

175,757 mi
Last recorded175,757 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class94,407 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration01D68219
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 175,757 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

exhaust heat shield corroded and loose

surface corrosion on all brake discs front and rear

underside covers fitted as standard

Fail 2 Mar 2016 175,756 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

exhaust heat shield corroded and loose

surface corrosion on all brake discs front and rear

underside covers fitted as standard

Pass 14 Apr 2014 174,104 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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01D68219 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 94,407 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-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 01D68219, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 01D68219 registered?

01D68219 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 17 July 2001.

Is 01D68219 safe to buy?

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