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5020 UE

1996 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,934 mi
Last recorded128,934 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class107,663 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5020 UE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 128,934 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 128,740 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 128,708 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 128,301 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 127,914 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 126,760 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 124,824 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 123,886 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 123,506 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 123,501 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 114,967 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2005 114,941 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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5020 UE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 107,663 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 5020 UE, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 5020 UE registered?

5020 UE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is 5020 UE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5020 UE shows 12 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.

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