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A4 AUP

2004 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

127,016 mi
Last recorded127,016 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class92,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 AUP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 127,016 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2025 127,016 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2024 121,734 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 121,739 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 118,196 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 118,196 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 111,998 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 111,997 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 108,852 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 103,225 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 93,048 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 85,017 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint bottom (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

undertray and engine covers are fitted to vehicle

Pass 29 Apr 2017 77,799 miles

undertray and engine covers fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2016 72,283 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 67,558 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre worn to 3mm.

Pass 5 Mar 2014 64,629 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2014 64,629 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 60,125 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Mar 2013 60,125 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2012 54,578 miles

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

o/s headlight getting dim

Pass 14 Mar 2011 50,847 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 43,601 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 36,482 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 29,252 miles

auto box oily

front discs corroded inner side

Pass 15 Feb 2007 16,882 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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A4 AUP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 A4 AUP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A4 AUP registered?

A4 AUP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is A4 AUP safe to buy?

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