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A20 BHH

2001 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,804 mi
Last recorded130,804 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class94,407 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 BHH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 130,804 miles

Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 123,336 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 114,280 miles

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2018 114,270 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm WORN INSIDE (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 105,538 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 105,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 96,851 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 85,366 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 65,995 miles

Nearside Rear 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 11 Sep 2013 59,293 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 53,481 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 45,100 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 45,076 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 44,531 miles

Slight dis-colouration rear no.plate

Slight perishing rear flexi brake hoses

Fail 18 May 2009 44,530 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Slight dis-colouration rear no.plate

Slight perishing rear flexi brake hoses

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 20 May 2008 42,882 miles

Slight dis-colouration of rear no. plate

Pass 23 May 2007 41,357 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 39,431 miles

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

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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A20 BHH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A20 BHH, 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

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What year was A20 BHH registered?

A20 BHH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 19 April 2001.

Is A20 BHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 BHH shows 18 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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