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KS08 DRO

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Grey Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

139,741 mi
Last recorded139,741 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 DRO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2023 139,741 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 137,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2020 135,549 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 125,372 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 109,373 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 95,267 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 84,949 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak under vehicle

Pass 13 May 2015 78,843 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 13 May 2015 78,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

offside front tyre wearing low inner edge

Pass 7 May 2014 65,708 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre at 1.6mm

Pass 16 May 2013 52,056 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 31,234 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 11,820 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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KS08 DRO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Grey with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KS08 DRO, 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

How do I check the history of KS08 DRO?

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What year was KS08 DRO registered?

KS08 DRO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is KS08 DRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 DRO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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