MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
145,762 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?
Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AE51 VKK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 AE51 VKK, 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 AE51 VKK?
You can check the full history of AE51 VKK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was AE51 VKK registered?
AE51 VKK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 25 October 2001.
Is AE51 VKK safe to buy?
The MOT history for AE51 VKK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does AE51 VKK have outstanding finance?
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