2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Petrol · VA51 AOS
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2001. MOT expired on 15 Apr 2024.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Apr 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- —
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VA51 AOS Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2023
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
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VA51 AOS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (VA51 AOS) between April 2022 and April 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W220)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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