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RL02 ZMO

2002 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 3227cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

371,213 mi
Last recorded371,213 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class94,566 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL02 ZMO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,227cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2014 371,213 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2013 220,517 miles

both front lower arm bushes play,

os screen damage lower dash not in veiw, ns headlight loose ,nsf shocker lower dust cover temp repair, exhaust deteriorating, play in steering rack,

Pass 25 Apr 2012 198,936 miles

Front discs lipped

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brakes noisy

Steering wheel lock not working

Fail 25 Apr 2012 198,936 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front discs lipped

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brakes noisy

Steering wheel lock not working

Fail 24 Oct 2011 172,404 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Slight oil leak

offside door mirror glass deteriorated

Pass 24 Oct 2011 172,404 miles

Slight oil leak

offside door mirror glass deteriorated

Pass 28 Apr 2011 149,572 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 101,559 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2009 65,280 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 65,058 miles

surface corrosion on brake disc generally

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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RL02 ZMO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,227cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RL02 ZMO, 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 RL02 ZMO registered?

RL02 ZMO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is RL02 ZMO safe to buy?

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