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11 XEX

2001 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 5786cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

28,009 mi
Last recorded28,009 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class94,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration11 XEX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,786cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 28,009 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 27,991 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber top strut mount has play

Pass 28 Jun 2023 27,702 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 26,054 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 25,578 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 24,001 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 22,995 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 22,233 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 22,233 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 22,217 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 19,990 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 18,394 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 17,553 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 17,553 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 14,891 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 14,891 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 12,794 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 7,470 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 5,996 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 4,736 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 4,589 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 4,006 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 2,705 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 1,596 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 1,542 miles

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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11 XEX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 5,786cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 11 XEX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 11 XEX?

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What year was 11 XEX registered?

11 XEX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is 11 XEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 11 XEX shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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