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FV52 OLP

2003 Mercedes-benz S 430

Blue Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,761 mi
Last recorded114,761 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz S 43099,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV52 OLP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2011 114,761 miles

offside front tyre worn on edges

Fail 27 Oct 2011 114,755 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 29 Sep 2010 85,721 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 75,572 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 65,022 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 55,182 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 33,446 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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FV52 OLP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Blue with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz S 430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 99,044 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 FV52 OLP, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz S 430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV52 OLP registered?

FV52 OLP is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 6 January 2003.

Is FV52 OLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV52 OLP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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