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LF53 ODA

2003 Mercedes-benz S 430

Black Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

181,654 mi
Last recorded181,654 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz S 43099,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 ODA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 181,654 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 180,816 miles

Rear metal brake pipes rusty

Pass 11 Dec 2014 177,221 miles

all tyres getting low

o/s rack end play

Fail 2 Dec 2014 177,150 miles

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

all tyres getting low

o/s rack end play

Fail 24 Dec 2013 169,877 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Dec 2013 169,877 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 162,721 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 154,625 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 141,947 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 123,753 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 106,561 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 85,327 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 65,975 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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LF53 ODA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Black with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LF53 ODA, 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.

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What year was LF53 ODA registered?

LF53 ODA is a 2003 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 4 December 2003.

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The MOT history for LF53 ODA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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