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RA05 EOF

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,121 mi
Last recorded37,121 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 EOF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 37,121 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 36,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (225/55R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 35,075 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 34,312 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 33,051 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 31,338 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 29,593 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 27,609 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 25,613 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 23,904 miles

Under body trays fitted and engine cover.

Pass 27 May 2015 22,026 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2014 19,970 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 19,967 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 17,802 miles

Offside front headlight washer weak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Slight play in both front lower balljoints

Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,834 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 13,500 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 11,521 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 9,639 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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RA05 EOF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RA05 EOF, 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

How do I check the history of RA05 EOF?

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What year was RA05 EOF registered?

RA05 EOF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is RA05 EOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA05 EOF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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