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A3 XFS

2001 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,232 mi
Last recorded54,232 miles
Recorded on30 May 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class94,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 XFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2021 54,232 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2020 51,757 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

sill covers fitted

Pass 11 May 2017 51,653 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 51,580 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 51,573 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 50,157 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 46,839 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 44,465 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 41,734 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 38,441 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 35,130 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 33,540 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 33,058 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 32,252 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 31,345 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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A3 XFS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 A3 XFS, 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 A3 XFS registered?

A3 XFS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is A3 XFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 XFS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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