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PX05 FXB

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

288,316 mi
Last recorded288,316 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 FXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 288,316 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 288,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 279,615 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

sill covers fitted

Pass 13 May 2016 229,078 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 May 2015 227,601 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 25 May 2013 107,956 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 107,956 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 98,004 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 93,769 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 41,365 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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PX05 FXB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PX05 FXB, 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 PX05 FXB registered?

PX05 FXB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is PX05 FXB safe to buy?

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