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KU08 ZDE

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

98,647 mi
Last recorded98,647 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 98,647 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 93,468 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2022 92,231 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 87,930 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 82,490 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 75,829 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 69,424 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 62,205 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 62,121 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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Offside Front tyre wearing heavily on inner tread

Pass 26 Feb 2016 54,298 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 47,211 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2015 47,210 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 39,230 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 31,205 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 21,858 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 ZDE 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 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 ZDE, 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 ZDE?

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What year was KU08 ZDE registered?

KU08 ZDE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is KU08 ZDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 ZDE 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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