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AU54 USG

2004 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

197,988 mi
Last recorded197,988 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class92,893 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 USG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 197,988 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 191,132 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2022 191,132 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 180,133 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 176,995 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2020 176,993 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 173,036 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 169,065 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 169,065 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2017 164,421 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 159,001 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 154,134 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 148,999 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 410 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s and n/s front tyres - inner edges wearing !

Fail 15 Apr 2013 403 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s and n/s front tyres - inner edges wearing !

Pass 11 Apr 2012 96,500 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 96,499 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 77,750 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 70,877 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 53,071 miles

front discs slight poor condition

o/s door mirror housing damaged

plastic outer sill covers fitted

plastic undertrays fitted

slight play o/s/f trackrod

Pass 26 Sep 2008 33,204 miles

engine oil leaks

engine under tray broken and insecure

full engine covers fitted

full plastic floor covers fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2007 15,817 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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AU54 USG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU54 USG, 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 AU54 USG registered?

AU54 USG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 7 September 2004.

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