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AK58 YHO

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,688 mi
Last recorded129,688 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 YHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 129,688 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 121,791 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 113,091 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 101,794 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2018 93,744 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 83,002 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 72,530 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 65,880 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 65,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 50,339 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 50,339 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 37,322 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2013 37,322 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 26,812 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 22,338 miles

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

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 YHO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK58 YHO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK58 YHO registered?

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

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