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KT08 YFJ

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,318 mi
Last recorded91,318 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 YFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2016 91,318 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 88,288 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 80,238 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 67,079 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2012 55,423 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

front tyres wearing uneven

Pass 16 Oct 2012 55,423 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

front tyres wearing uneven

Pass 5 Oct 2011 41,590 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 41,590 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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KT08 YFJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KT08 YFJ, 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 KT08 YFJ registered?

KT08 YFJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is KT08 YFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT08 YFJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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