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RV05 XRH

2005 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

133,263 mi
Last recorded133,263 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class90,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 XRH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2021 133,263 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Dec 2021 133,263 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 129,664 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 129,663 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2019 123,538 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 115,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak "slightly"

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Aug 2017 106,117 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 98,080 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 88,974 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 82,658 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 76,693 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 69,774 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 63,607 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 10 Aug 2010 55,164 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 45,629 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 37,679 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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RV05 XRH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RV05 XRH, 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 RV05 XRH registered?

RV05 XRH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 3 March 2005.

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The MOT history for RV05 XRH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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