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AP04 XEF

2004 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

71,663 mi
Last recorded71,663 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class92,893 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP04 XEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 71,663 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2021 69,518 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 67,553 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 67,533 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 65,764 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 64,340 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 61,906 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 May 2015 60,548 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 58,246 miles

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

Nearside front tyre cut in outer wall

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 58,291 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2012 57,982 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 55,028 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 42,856 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 34,498 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 30,049 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 20,787 miles

Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake lining(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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AP04 XEF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AP04 XEF, 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 AP04 XEF registered?

AP04 XEF is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 20 April 2004.

Is AP04 XEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP04 XEF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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