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KS08 HNM

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,500 mi
Last recorded112,500 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 HNM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2025 112,500 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 112,345 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 180,705 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 112,196 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 111,587 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 110,276 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 108,323 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 102,745 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 95,582 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 89,460 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 82,490 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 75,206 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)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 68,088 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 60,840 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 56,375 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 46,628 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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KS08 HNM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HNM, 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

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What year was KS08 HNM registered?

KS08 HNM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is KS08 HNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 HNM shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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