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A74 RAT

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

137,351 mi
Last recorded137,351 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA74 RAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 137,351 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

offside rear lamp cracked

squeak from nearside front suspension area

Pass 28 Apr 2025 135,154 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2024 132,618 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

rear heated window cracked

Pass 25 Apr 2023 129,541 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2023 129,541 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2022 127,203 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 127,203 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2021 122,827 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 120,358 miles

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))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 117,868 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 114,574 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 110,289 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 110,289 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 106,612 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 103,494 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 98,967 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 96,339 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 86,295 miles

child seat fitted nsr, unable to test seatbelt fully

osr lamp cluster cracked, no white light showing

Pass 22 Mar 2011 74,816 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

chip windscreen

front brake discs scored

Pass 12 Apr 2010 62,479 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 51,653 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

front brake pads worn

Pass 1 Apr 2008 39,412 miles

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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A74 RAT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 A74 RAT, 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.

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What year was A74 RAT registered?

A74 RAT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is A74 RAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A74 RAT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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