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KP58 FRC

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,813 mi
Last recorded115,813 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP58 FRC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2019 115,813 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 111,617 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 111,617 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 107,822 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 105,112 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 99,408 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 140,922 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

advise nearside front sill cover damaged.

Fail 1 Sep 2014 140,922 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

advise nearside front sill cover damaged.

Pass 17 Aug 2013 103,478 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

advise brake pedal rubber worn.

advise front brake discs and pads worn.

advise parking brake only just met minimum efficiency,indicating that system requires attention.

Fail 16 Aug 2013 103,464 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

advise brake pedal rubber worn.

advise front brake discs and pads worn.

advise parking brake only just met minimum efficiency,indicating that system requires attention.

Pass 17 Aug 2012 41,285 miles

advise parking brake efficiency only just met minimum requirement,indicating braking system requires repair or adjustment.

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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KP58 FRC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,799cc 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 KP58 FRC, 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 KP58 FRC registered?

KP58 FRC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is KP58 FRC safe to buy?

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