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99 HXL

2001 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

52,624 mi
Last recorded52,624 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class94,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration99 HXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 52,624 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 51,965 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 51,965 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 50,304 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 48,245 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 46,990 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 46,990 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 46,379 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 41,767 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 39,549 miles

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 11 Jul 2011 38,536 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 34,496 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 27 Aug 2009 54,261 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 54,261 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 21,977 miles

front brake pads low (90% worn)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 18,724 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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99 HXL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 99 HXL, 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 99 HXL registered?

99 HXL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is 99 HXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 99 HXL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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