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BF05 HHY

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

92,279 mi
Last recorded92,279 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 HHY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 92,279 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 85,869 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225 60 16W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225 60 16W (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 77,008 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 76,627 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 76,627 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 76,033 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 76,033 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 75,024 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 71,789 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 67,968 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 64,205 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 59,114 miles

nearside rear exhaust pipe dented

Pass 4 Apr 2011 52,486 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 52,315 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 45,793 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 37,688 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 29,418 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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BF05 HHY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BF05 HHY, 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 BF05 HHY registered?

BF05 HHY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BF05 HHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 HHY shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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