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AF54 VYD

2004 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,765 mi
Last recorded128,765 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class92,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 VYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2025 128,765 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 124,941 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 119,812 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 115,244 miles

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

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

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

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))

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 110,764 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 104,991 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 99,617 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 94,544 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 89,720 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 84,676 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 79,922 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 76,200 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 72,142 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 69,468 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 68,745 miles

Front tyres close to legal limit with worn outer tread.

Rear tyres worn to 3 to 3 1/2 mill.

Pass 27 Oct 2010 68,052 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2009 64,754 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 61,327 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 58,410 miles

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)

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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AF54 VYD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 AF54 VYD, 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 AF54 VYD registered?

AF54 VYD is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is AF54 VYD safe to buy?

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