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AJM 58

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

82,348 mi
Last recorded82,348 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJM 58
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 82,348 miles

Both rear tyres have inner sidewall splits.

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn to limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 75,915 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective x2 (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 71,047 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 69,147 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 64,641 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 58,596 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 58,335 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 58,125 miles

offside rear tyre perrishing/cracking

Pass 24 Aug 2013 57,311 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 55,056 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 52,085 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 46,466 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 46,466 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 38,852 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 30,099 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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AJM 58 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AJM 58, 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 AJM 58 registered?

AJM 58 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is AJM 58 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJM 58 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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