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T39 RCR

1999 Mercedes-benz S 430

Blue Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

86,315 mi
Last recorded86,315 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430101,507 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT39 RCR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 86,315 miles

general under body corrosion

Pass 8 Jul 2020 85,877 miles

All four tyres perishing

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 85,877 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

All four tyres perishing

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 79,610 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 79,592 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 79,359 miles

all brake discs rusty

Fail 8 Apr 2014 79,356 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all brake discs rusty

Pass 12 Sep 2012 79,336 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Sep 2012 79,335 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2011 72,130 miles

nearside rear parking brake effort low

Pass 23 Jun 2010 65,749 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 60,923 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 55,438 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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T39 RCR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Blue with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 101,507 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 T39 RCR, 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 27 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 T39 RCR registered?

T39 RCR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 10 June 1999.

Is T39 RCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T39 RCR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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