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23 MF

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

28,887 mi
Last recorded28,887 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration23 MF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 28,887 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 28,877 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 28,860 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 28,828 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 28,800 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 28,744 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 28,719 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 28,602 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 28,353 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 27,926 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 27,904 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 27,904 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2013 27,512 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 27,247 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 26,990 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 26,801 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 26,376 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 22,289 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 22,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

advise front and rear brake discs and front brake pads

advise front lower rear arm bushes cracking

advise offside front tyre on limits on inner edge

advise offside rear tyre wearing low and nailed

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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23 MF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 90,995 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 23 MF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 23 MF registered?

23 MF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 13 June 2005.

Is 23 MF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 23 MF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 23 MF have outstanding finance?

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