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AA08 JXK

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

130,213 mi
Last recorded130,213 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 JXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 130,213 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)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 232,559 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 204,023 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Pass 28 Aug 2012 170,241 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2012 137,655 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Glow plug light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2011 102,885 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2011 102,342 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn - just acceptable

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Mar 2011 70,688 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 33,693 miles

minor cosmetic damage to n/s/f tyre sidewall

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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AA08 JXK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 AA08 JXK, 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 AA08 JXK registered?

AA08 JXK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is AA08 JXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 JXK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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