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AWA 15A

2004 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

136,619 mi
Last recorded136,619 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class92,893 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWA 15A
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 136,619 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 136,391 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 136,248 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 133,568 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 127,896 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 124,374 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 117,972 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 112,568 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 99,268 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 85,738 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 73,156 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Aug 2009 72,634 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 57,656 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 42,498 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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AWA 15A is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AWA 15A, 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 AWA 15A registered?

AWA 15A is a 2004 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is AWA 15A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWA 15A shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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