MOT Stats
Vehicle types : Car : Mercedes-Benz : S-Class : 2001
Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2001
Tests: 356
Pass rate: 70.79%
Most common fail reasons
| # | Reason | Fail code | Category | % |
| 1 | Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn. | 5.3.4(a)(i) | Major | 26% |
| 2 | Tyre tread depth not in accordance with requirements. | 5.2.3(e) | Dangerous | 13% |
| 3 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp indicates a system malfunction. | 7.1.6(a) | Major | 13% |
| 4 | Headlamp beam image obviously incorrect. | 4.1.2(c) | Major | 10% |
| 5 | Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced. | 6.1.1(c)(i) | Major | 10% |
| 6 | Brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. | 1.1.13(a)(ii) | Dangerous | 10% |
| 7 | Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting. | 5.3.6(a)(i) | Major | 9% |
| 8 | Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid. | 3.5(a) | Major | 9% |
| 9 | Headlamp aim outwith limits. | 4.1.2(a) | Major | 9% |
| 10 | Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded. | 1.1.11(c) | Major | 8% |
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024
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