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MH05 FXM

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,926 mi
Last recorded134,926 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 FXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2024 134,926 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2024 134,918 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Road wheel more than one fixing missing all four missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 131,411 miles

advise frobt to rear brake pipes corroded

advise os/r tyre /condition

advise rust coming from o/s shocker or ball joint /monitor

Pass 11 Feb 2022 126,015 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 126,015 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 122,222 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened recommend changing discs when pads next get done (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

advise tpm light on

Pass 4 Feb 2020 119,959 miles

Rear Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 110,601 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both to rear flexis (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 108,243 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 108,243 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 105,750 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 102,133 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 98,225 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 93,969 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 90,641 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 86,833 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 79,509 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 68,409 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 Jun 2008 45,461 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 45,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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MH05 FXM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MH05 FXM, 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

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What year was MH05 FXM registered?

MH05 FXM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is MH05 FXM safe to buy?

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