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LS05 YNF

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

115,709 mi
Last recorded115,709 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 YNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 115,709 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 115,709 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2015 103,345 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2015 103,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 88,787 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 72,641 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2012 60,413 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Dec 2012 60,412 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2011 45,759 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 33,872 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 25,946 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 15,900 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 14,001 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 13,963 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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LS05 YNF 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 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LS05 YNF, 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 LS05 YNF registered?

LS05 YNF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is LS05 YNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 YNF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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