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B4 DHN

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

75,819 mi
Last recorded75,819 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 DHN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 75,819 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 73,440 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 66,762 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 64,586 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 63,152 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

gas readings 0

Pass 13 May 2019 59,752 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 56,358 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 53,219 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 51,420 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 47,621 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 45,857 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 38,820 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 38,820 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 34,762 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 24,519 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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B4 DHN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,222cc diesel 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 B4 DHN, 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

How do I check the history of B4 DHN?

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What year was B4 DHN registered?

B4 DHN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is B4 DHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 DHN 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.

Does B4 DHN have outstanding finance?

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