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BD55 ZVC

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

100,000 mi
Last recorded100,000 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 ZVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 100,000 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 93,699 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 92,329 miles

all metal brake pipes have corrosion on them

both rear tyres are cracking up

front brake discs scored and lipped , rear brake discs are corroded

slight play and creaking detected in nearside front lower ball joint (rerar joint)

slight play detected in offside front inner steering arm joint

Pass 17 Sep 2018 89,093 miles

rear windscreen damaged

Pass 20 Sep 2017 87,639 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 85,678 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 83,313 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 81,068 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 76,411 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 74,654 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)

Pass 26 Sep 2011
Fail 26 Sep 2011 65,184 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2010 51,045 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 39,757 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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BD55 ZVC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BD55 ZVC, 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 BD55 ZVC registered?

BD55 ZVC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is BD55 ZVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 ZVC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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