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P17 AHE

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

68,608 mi
Last recorded68,608 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP17 AHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 68,608 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 67,562 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 66,912 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 65,636 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 65,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2021 65,094 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 64,969 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 64,642 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 63,135 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 62,539 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 61,130 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 60,331 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 58,281 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 56,022 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 52,532 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 49,212 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 45,431 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 40,770 miles

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

air condition pipe leak at the inner nearside wheel house under the bonnet

rear number plate characters faded

Pass 3 Sep 2008 35,506 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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P17 AHE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P17 AHE, 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 P17 AHE registered?

P17 AHE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is P17 AHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P17 AHE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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