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OW51 MTE

2001 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3227cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,713 mi
Last recorded127,713 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2010
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class94,407 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW51 MTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,227cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2010 127,713 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 118,412 miles

Near side door mirror loose

Pass 17 Dec 2007 112,879 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 107,585 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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OW51 MTE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,227cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OW51 MTE, 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 OW51 MTE?

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What year was OW51 MTE registered?

OW51 MTE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is OW51 MTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW51 MTE shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OW51 MTE have outstanding finance?

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