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21 FAS

2009 Mercedes-benz S-class

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,498 mi
Last recorded57,498 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class77,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration21 FAS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 57,498 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 54,304 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 53,132 miles

emissions are close to mot limit

Pass 14 Nov 2022 47,958 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 43,577 miles

park brake performance only adequate with neither side locking when tested

smoke emissions initially too high suspect particulate filter is damaged

Fail 18 Nov 2021 43,577 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

park brake performance only adequate with neither side locking when tested

smoke emissions initially too high suspect particulate filter is damaged

Pass 7 Dec 2020 39,037 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 36,075 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 34,494 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 31,829 miles

Front tyres slight cracked

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 23 May 2018 31,820 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front tyres slight cracked

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 27,932 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2017 26,179 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 21,265 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 19,753 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 17,948 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 13,845 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 8,140 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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21 FAS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 77,762 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 21 FAS, 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 17 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 21 FAS registered?

21 FAS is a 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is 21 FAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 21 FAS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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