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A18 MBF

2004 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class92,893 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 MBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020
Pass 14 May 2020 84,019 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 87,573 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 83,564 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 82,685 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

eml on

Pass 26 Apr 2017 81,230 miles

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

eml on

Pass 21 Apr 2016 79,397 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 79,397 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 1,886 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2014 74,516 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 71,399 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 66,563 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

all brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 12 Dec 2011 66,563 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

all brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2010 63,748 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 63,748 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 46,632 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 39,693 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 39,693 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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A18 MBF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 A18 MBF, 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 A18 MBF registered?

A18 MBF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 11 June 2004.

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