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KU08 ZBD

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,846 mi
Last recorded71,846 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 ZBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2020 71,846 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 67,945 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 60,360 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 53,589 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 53,562 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 50,706 miles

Nearside & Offside front tyres inner edges worn

Nearside rear tyre inner edge worn

Offside rear tyre worn low to 2mm

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

Fail 1 Mar 2016 50,703 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside castor arm inner bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint steel ( straight) arm shocker lower ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint steel (straight) arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside & Offside front tyres inner edges worn

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint steel (straight) arm shocker lower ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear tyre inner edge worn

Offside rear tyre worn low to 2mm

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 47,809 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Mar 2014 43,918 miles

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

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)

Offside front tyre worn on shoulder

Fail 1 Mar 2014 43,918 miles

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

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)

Offside front tyre worn on shoulder

Pass 14 Feb 2013 39,299 miles

front pads close to legal limit, front suspension arm bushes have slight play, vehicle over due service, vehicle has covers which doesnt allow full inspection

Pass 24 Feb 2012 35,371 miles

both rear tyres 2mm

Fail 23 Feb 2012 35,371 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres 2mm

Pass 24 Feb 2011 31,704 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 31,704 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 ZBD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KU08 ZBD, 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 KU08 ZBD registered?

KU08 ZBD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KU08 ZBD safe to buy?

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