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LS54 SSU

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,407 mi
Last recorded67,407 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2012
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS54 SSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2012 67,407 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 59,409 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2010 50,263 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Jan 2010 50,263 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 42,531 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 42,531 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 33,187 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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LS54 SSU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 LS54 SSU, 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 LS54 SSU?

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What year was LS54 SSU registered?

LS54 SSU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is LS54 SSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS54 SSU shows 7 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.

Does LS54 SSU have outstanding finance?

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