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2000 Mercedes-benz S 430

Blue Petrol 4300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,392 mi
Last recorded80,392 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz S 43095,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX543 BAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS 430
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,300cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 28 Jan 2026 80,392 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 74,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 70,092 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 66,961 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 63,194 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 58,491 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 54,623 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front suspension arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 49,397 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 44,042 miles

Front VENTED DISCS WEAR/LIPPED

Offside Rear TYRE SCREW IN IT

Rear REAR LICENSE PLATE FADED

Pass 29 Sep 2016 42,076 miles

FRONT VENTED DISCS WORN/TRAMMED FACES

Pass 3 Oct 2015 39,765 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 39,013 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 37,426 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 35,670 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 33,631 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 31,788 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 29,305 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 27,450 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 25,813 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 19,828 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 17,240 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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X543 BAN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz S 430 in Blue with a 4,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X543 BAN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X543 BAN registered?

X543 BAN is a 2000 Mercedes-benz S 430, first registered on 7 November 2000.

Is X543 BAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X543 BAN shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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