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AE56 YFM

2006 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,713 mi
Last recorded115,713 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class78,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 YFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 115,713 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2016 114,848 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 107,459 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 100,895 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 94,288 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 88,588 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 82,796 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 82,796 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 77,231 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear brake discs pitted and corroded

Fail 23 Nov 2010 77,229 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear brake discs pitted and corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2009 72,263 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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AE56 YFM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 78,001 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 AE56 YFM, 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 20 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 AE56 YFM registered?

AE56 YFM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is AE56 YFM safe to buy?

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