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KO08 NKC

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

158,979 mi
Last recorded158,979 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 NKC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 158,979 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 154,199 miles

oil leak from engine

Fail 12 Mar 2022 154,166 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 11 Mar 2022 154,144 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 151,301 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 150,519 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 147,550 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 146,633 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 144,520 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 136,421 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 118,439 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 101,234 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 83,588 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 66,786 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 46,000 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 41,920 miles

all 4 tyres wearing on edges

Pass 28 Aug 2009 8,148 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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KO08 NKC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KO08 NKC, 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 KO08 NKC registered?

KO08 NKC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is KO08 NKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO08 NKC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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