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A16 JFN

2004 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

170,154 mi
Last recorded170,154 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class92,893 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 JFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2023 170,154 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2022 166,539 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2022 166,539 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2021 162,956 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 161,248 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 153,375 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 26 Sep 2019 153,373 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ns/r os/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 142,332 miles

Brake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 131,074 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak ()

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2016 127,065 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 119,175 miles

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

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2015 119,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 111,412 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 111,412 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 107,444 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 99,593 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2012 99,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 92,457 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 92,457 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

offside front wheel has slight free play.

Pass 12 Jan 2011 85,244 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 76,491 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 69,052 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 56,622 miles

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

n/s/r and o/s/f tyre outer side wall badly cut o/s/ seal trime loose

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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A16 JFN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 92,893 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A16 JFN, 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 22 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 A16 JFN registered?

A16 JFN is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is A16 JFN safe to buy?

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