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AV05 AZR

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

262,502 mi
Last recorded262,502 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 AZR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2015 262,502 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 239,487 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 207,023 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 171,316 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 135,321 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 107,547 miles

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

rear tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 4 Nov 2009 79,585 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 72,179 miles

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)

slight movement both fron t hub areas

Fail 20 Apr 2009 72,179 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

slight movement both fron t hub areas

Pass 25 Mar 2008 54,358 miles

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

slight movement offside front hub area

slight travel parking brake

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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AV05 AZR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AV05 AZR, 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 AV05 AZR registered?

AV05 AZR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is AV05 AZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 AZR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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