CarVerify

Free Car Check

V8 RHX

2002 Mercedes Coupe

Black Petrol 5439cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,103 mi
Last recorded114,103 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes Coupe75,974 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 RHX
MakeMercedes
ModelCoupe
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 114,103 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 110,410 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2016 110,410 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 102,573 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 91,283 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 83,227 miles

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

n/s/f tyre cut in outer side wall

Fail 2 Oct 2012 83,227 miles

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

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

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

n/s/f tyre cut in outer side wall

Pass 2 Jul 2011 74,884 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 68,952 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 64,487 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 1 Apr 2009 60,886 miles

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

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)

srs lihgt on

Fail 31 Mar 2009 60,886 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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)

srs lihgt on

Pass 7 Oct 2008 56,888 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 47,702 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 35,319 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes Coupe?

Based on 1,419 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
4,320
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 73
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30
position lamp(s) not working 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 20
Full Mercedes Coupe reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V8 RHX is a 2002 Mercedes Coupe in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 75,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V8 RHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V8 RHX?

You can check the full history of V8 RHX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V8 RHX registered?

V8 RHX is a 2002 Mercedes Coupe, first registered on 24 April 2002.

Is V8 RHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 RHX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V8 RHX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V8 RHX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.