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RD02 DDJ

2002 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,669 mi
Last recorded129,669 miles
Recorded on31 May 2011
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class94,566 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD02 DDJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2011 129,669 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 129,668 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 114,618 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 99,852 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 98,872 miles

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

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

front brake discs lipped and unable to fully inspect brake pad thickness

rear brake discs lipped

Pass 11 Aug 2007 85,592 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 52,070 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2005 28,557 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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RD02 DDJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 94,566 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 RD02 DDJ, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RD02 DDJ registered?

RD02 DDJ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 July 2002.

Is RD02 DDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD02 DDJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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