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AY05 NDV

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

131,000 mi
Last recorded131,000 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 NDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 131,000 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 121,327 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 112,608 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around (1.1.11 (c))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2022 112,607 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around (1.1.11 (c))

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 108,604 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 106,876 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 105,223 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 101,842 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 97,650 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 94,808 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 90,335 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 86,052 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2013 81,716 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 76,902 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 72,235 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 65,970 miles

FRont discs tarnished

Pass 25 Mar 2010 56,032 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 56,032 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside rear tyre worn close to wear bars,cut in outer sidewall

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Apr 2009 45,810 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 34,150 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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AY05 NDV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 AY05 NDV, 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 AY05 NDV registered?

AY05 NDV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is AY05 NDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 NDV shows 20 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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