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ML05 YWR

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

175,107 mi
Last recorded175,107 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 YWR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 175,107 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 116,825 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 107,966 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Apr 2017 107,966 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 100,827 miles

engine warning light on

slight body damage

Pass 11 Apr 2015 91,863 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 83,604 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 83,602 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2013 74,935 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 66,373 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 66,373 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 55,390 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 46,164 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 32,936 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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ML05 YWR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ML05 YWR, 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 ML05 YWR registered?

ML05 YWR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is ML05 YWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML05 YWR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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