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KU08 NYZ

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

107,231 mi
Last recorded107,231 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 NYZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 107,231 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 99,585 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front and O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 98,433 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 95,599 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower Rear Arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 8 Feb 2022 95,585 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower Rear Arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 94,013 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 92,041 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 89,391 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 83,912 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 69,347 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 61,680 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 7 Feb 2014 54,392 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 44,213 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2013 44,213 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 34,719 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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KU08 NYZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KU08 NYZ, 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 KU08 NYZ?

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What year was KU08 NYZ registered?

KU08 NYZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is KU08 NYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 NYZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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