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AK59 SNF

2009 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

54,662 mi
Last recorded54,662 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class77,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 SNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 54,662 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 45,212 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 37,401 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 37,294 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 35,945 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 32,880 miles

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

glow plug light on intermitant

Fail 15 Dec 2020 32,880 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

glow plug light on intermitant

Pass 7 Feb 2020 32,870 miles

GLOW PLUG LAMP ON

Nearside Rear tail lamp has a crack

nsf wheel slight buckle

oil leak on undertray

Pass 15 Nov 2018 32,793 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 32,792 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 32,731 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 28,101 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 23,547 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 19,883 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)

Fail 10 Oct 2014 19,883 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 15,105 miles

nearside front tyre edges wearing low

Pass 28 Sep 2012 10,442 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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AK59 SNF 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 AK59 SNF, 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

How do I check the history of AK59 SNF?

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What year was AK59 SNF registered?

AK59 SNF is a 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is AK59 SNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 SNF 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.

Does AK59 SNF have outstanding finance?

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