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OW05 AEF

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

203,366 mi
Last recorded203,366 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW05 AEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 203,366 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner and outer edges

Offside Front small cut in tyre deep enough to reach cords

Pass 18 Aug 2016 194,757 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 194,757 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid leaking from behind o/s headlight (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 185,887 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 170,097 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 170,092 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 153,162 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 134,644 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 116,348 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 89,287 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 89,287 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 66,026 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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OW05 AEF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OW05 AEF, 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 OW05 AEF registered?

OW05 AEF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is OW05 AEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW05 AEF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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