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KR08 PXU

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

209,089 mi
Last recorded209,089 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 PXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 209,089 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 200,150 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 191,405 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2019 191,405 miles

Offside Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0.mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0.mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Apr 2018 185,132 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 164,237 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 164,237 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 140,476 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 111,101 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 91,428 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 82,109 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 66,836 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 47,182 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 25,854 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 22,729 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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KR08 PXU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 KR08 PXU, 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 KR08 PXU registered?

KR08 PXU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is KR08 PXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 PXU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR08 PXU have outstanding finance?

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