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F2 MPS

1999 Mercedes-benz S 430

Black Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

148,521 mi
Last recorded148,521 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430101,507 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF2 MPS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2013 148,521 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 130,461 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 116,183 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 82,799 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 67,815 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 67,809 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 40,841 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 40,475 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 39,858 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S 430?

Based on 11,736 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,217
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 663
Brake pipe excessively corroded 268
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 231
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 225
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 210
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F2 MPS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Black with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 101,507 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S 430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 663 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F2 MPS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S 430 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz S 430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F2 MPS registered?

F2 MPS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 7 April 1999.

Is F2 MPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F2 MPS 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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