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AR04 HNB

2004 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

123,730 mi
Last recorded123,730 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class92,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR04 HNB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 123,730 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 108,606 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 88,818 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear slight corrosion to front to rear metal brake pipes

Pass 2 Aug 2019 78,384 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 74,589 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lower ball joints attached to the strut control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 74,589 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lower ball joints attached to the strut control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 74,066 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 70,195 miles

Engine and floor pan covers fitted preventing an inspection of some items

Expired tax disc on display

Metal brake pipes rusted and degrading

Number plate lamps appear to be dim

Rear indicators faded slightly

Rear tyres worn to 3mm on the inner 3rd of the tread area

Slight lift in the offside front lower ball joint

Pass 1 Jul 2015 62,525 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in the offside track rod ball joint

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jul 2014 54,132 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front and front to rear metal brake pipes degrading

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2013 48,650 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 43,718 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2010 40,259 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 40,259 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 38,508 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 37,120 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 34,568 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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AR04 HNB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AR04 HNB, 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 AR04 HNB registered?

AR04 HNB is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 6 August 2004.

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