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AG58 FKR

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

159,173 mi
Last recorded159,173 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG58 FKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 159,173 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 151,441 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 142,584 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 134,286 miles

undertray fitted unable to carry out full inspection

Pass 27 Oct 2014 125,626 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 186,910 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 18,691 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 171,943 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s/f fog lamp lens damaged

oil leak from rear diff

Fail 4 Mar 2013 171,806 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak from rear diff

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s/f fog lamp damaged

n/s/r tyre getting low on tread

o/s/r tyre has a split in sidewall, no cords or canvas visable

Pass 10 Nov 2011 113,555 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 10 Nov 2011 113,555 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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AG58 FKR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AG58 FKR, 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 AG58 FKR registered?

AG58 FKR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is AG58 FKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG58 FKR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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