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A137 JSO

2009 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

62,200 mi
Last recorded62,200 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class77,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA137 JSO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 62,200 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 60,647 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing for full inspection of all components

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2024 60,647 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing for full inspection of all components

Nearside Front Position lamp not working Replaced bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2023 59,637 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 25 Mar 2023 59,625 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Apr 2022 58,055 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 57,416 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 54,696 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 51,613 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 48,443 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Mar 2017 44,323 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 44,323 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 41,877 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 41,120 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2014 40,320 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2013 35,742 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 27,184 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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A137 JSO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 A137 JSO, 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.

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What year was A137 JSO registered?

A137 JSO is a 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 28 March 2009.

Is A137 JSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A137 JSO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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