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BF55 WHJ

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

174,118 mi
Last recorded174,118 miles
Recorded on26 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 WHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2014 174,118 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2013 163,551 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2013 152,348 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Mar 2011 146,108 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2011 146,106 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 127,456 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2010 105,251 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 81,896 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 59,713 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 59,868 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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BF55 WHJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue 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 BF55 WHJ, 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 BF55 WHJ registered?

BF55 WHJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is BF55 WHJ safe to buy?

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