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AE55 GUU

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

130,601 mi
Last recorded130,601 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 GUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 130,601 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 318,706 miles

Diesel injector seals leaking gases

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Feb 2015 318,706 miles

Nearside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Diesel injector seals leaking gases

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2011 190,228 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 141,299 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 141,299 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 85,080 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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AE55 GUU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE55 GUU, 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 AE55 GUU registered?

AE55 GUU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is AE55 GUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 GUU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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