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KU58 JWP

2008 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

226,816 mi
Last recorded226,816 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class79,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 JWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 226,816 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2017 226,098 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 223,532 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 214,112 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 150,178 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2012 150,178 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 8 Oct 2012 149,480 miles

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

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 82,761 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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KU58 JWP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc 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 KU58 JWP, 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 KU58 JWP registered?

KU58 JWP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 31 October 2008.

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