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PK05 XMB

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

114,498 mi
Last recorded114,498 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK05 XMB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 114,498 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 111,176 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 107,188 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 101,527 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chip (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 95,172 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 84,258 miles

Engine Covers fitted obscuring some components

Plastic undertrays and covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Apr 2015 80,313 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 73,662 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 67,147 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 60,485 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 51,799 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 48,289 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 41,288 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 31,916 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 31,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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PK05 XMB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PK05 XMB, 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 PK05 XMB registered?

PK05 XMB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is PK05 XMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK05 XMB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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