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KR08 RZS

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Red Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

93,792 mi
Last recorded93,792 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 RZS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 93,792 miles

hand brake reqs adjustment

Pass 19 Aug 2025 91,396 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 89,553 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 85,768 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 83,998 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 81,212 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 78,470 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 76,036 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2018 73,899 miles

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

Nearside Front steering arm has slight play

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

Pass 10 May 2018 73,411 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 69,274 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 63,809 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 58,937 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 54,722 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 48,874 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 42,324 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2011 34,367 miles

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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KR08 RZS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Red with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RZS, 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 RZS registered?

KR08 RZS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is KR08 RZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 RZS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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