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KS08 VWH

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,690 mi
Last recorded159,690 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 VWH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 159,690 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 148,822 miles

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2021 148,744 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 148,200 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))

engine/undertray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Jan 2016 147,967 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

OIL LEAK

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 142,945 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2015 137,046 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2014 130,589 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jul 2014 130,589 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2014 129,195 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 129,190 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Dec 2013 120,541 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 112,803 miles

engine management lamp on

screw in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Jan 2013 104,284 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 104,274 miles

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

rear brake pads low

wipers worn

Pass 12 Jun 2012 96,102 miles

n/s/f suspension anti-roll bar link arm dust cover pin holed and leaking grease slightly

Fail 11 Jun 2012 96,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake discs badly worn

n/s/f suspension anti-roll bar link arm dust cover pin holed and leaking grease slightly

Pass 28 Dec 2011 88,991 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 77,210 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Fail 8 Jun 2011 77,210 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 50,941 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 40,648 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 26,636 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 21 Apr 2009 22,377 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 9,608 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 VWH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KS08 VWH, 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 VWH registered?

KS08 VWH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is KS08 VWH safe to buy?

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