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196D679

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,216 mi
Last recorded122,216 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration196D679
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2022 122,216 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 112,762 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 112,762 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2016 71,503 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 50,328 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 38,325 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 27,699 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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196D679 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 79,793 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 196D679, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 196D679 registered?

196D679 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 14 November 2008.

Is 196D679 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 196D679 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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