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AK54 AYK

2004 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

86,301 mi
Last recorded86,301 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class92,893 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK54 AYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 86,301 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 81,958 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2024 81,958 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 75,830 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 5 Dec 2023 75,830 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 72,236 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 66,745 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 62,193 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 58,074 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 52,429 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 49,358 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 44,373 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 37,725 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 30,317 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 26,306 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 26,269 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 21,727 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 17,354 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 15,238 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 12,851 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 9,331 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 6,486 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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AK54 AYK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AK54 AYK, 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 AK54 AYK registered?

AK54 AYK is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is AK54 AYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK54 AYK shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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