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AE56 YLG

2007 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

115,954 mi
Last recorded115,954 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz S-class80,089 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 YLG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 115,954 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2025 115,950 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail Pipe burst at ferrule when in RBT (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2024 114,604 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Jun 2023 113,908 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Apr 2022 113,791 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 May 2021 111,361 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension level sensor arm split

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Apr 2021 111,337 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Both (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension level sensor arm split

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 109,596 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Apr 2019 105,622 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Apr 2019 105,580 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Cords exposed on inside (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 101,078 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 96,576 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

Nearside Rear 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 23 Mar 2016 91,781 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 85,795 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 73,123 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 61,864 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 51,778 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 50,031 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 40,843 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AE56 YLG is a 2007 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 80,089 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 AE56 YLG, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE56 YLG registered?

AE56 YLG is a 2007 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 24 January 2007.

Is AE56 YLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 YLG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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