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AM51 AOO

2001 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Diesel 3227cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

109,232 mi
Last recorded109,232 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class94,407 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM51 AOO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,227cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2012 109,232 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 136,843 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 136,839 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 114,461 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 96,971 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 60,563 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 51,346 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 25,751 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 15,039 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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AM51 AOO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 3,227cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AM51 AOO, 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 AM51 AOO?

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What year was AM51 AOO registered?

AM51 AOO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AM51 AOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM51 AOO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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