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LV55 GHK

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,461 mi
Last recorded119,461 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 GHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 119,461 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 119,404 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 119,255 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 118,056 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 116,403 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2022 116,403 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2022 116,394 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn strut ball joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom ball joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 113,804 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 107,399 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 100,294 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 91,580 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 79,475 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 69,838 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 69,812 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 59,533 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 49,905 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 39,656 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 37,844 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 35,272 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 33,702 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 31,376 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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LV55 GHK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LV55 GHK, 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 LV55 GHK?

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What year was LV55 GHK registered?

LV55 GHK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is LV55 GHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 GHK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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