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AK58 YHL

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,841 mi
Last recorded80,841 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 YHL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 80,841 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 73,382 miles

Near side front tyre low on tread

Pass 12 Jun 2017 65,436 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn.

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Front and rear brake discs in poor condition due to corrosion.

Pass 13 Jun 2016 57,942 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 49,883 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 44,108 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 38,161 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 33,832 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 31,110 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 31,108 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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)

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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AK58 YHL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AK58 YHL, 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 AK58 YHL registered?

AK58 YHL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is AK58 YHL safe to buy?

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