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X147 HBT

2000 Mercedes-benz S 430

Black Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,853 mi
Last recorded86,853 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2014
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz S 43095,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX147 HBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2014 86,853 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 86,821 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 81,890 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Pass 23 May 2012 77,532 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 73,817 miles

n/s/r inner side position lamp not working

Pass 17 May 2010 69,401 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 61,497 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 61,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 May 2008 52,180 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 42,786 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 34,818 miles

small cut n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

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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X147 HBT is a 2000 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Black with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz S 430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 95,390 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 X147 HBT, 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 26 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 X147 HBT registered?

X147 HBT is a 2000 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 15 September 2000.

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The MOT history for X147 HBT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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