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PK55 UWY

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

139,014 mi
Last recorded139,014 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK55 UWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 139,014 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 139,014 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 138,241 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under covers and plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2022 136,380 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 133,479 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 130,233 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 126,807 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 122,929 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 116,561 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 109,222 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 97,191 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 96,923 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 88,524 miles

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

STEERING LOCK NOT WORKING

Fail 24 Oct 2013 88,524 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

STEERING LOCK NOT WORKING

Pass 24 Oct 2012 81,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2011 66,864 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 58,278 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 47,307 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 36,093 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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PK55 UWY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 PK55 UWY, 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 PK55 UWY registered?

PK55 UWY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is PK55 UWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK55 UWY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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