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AP09 BLP

2009 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,381 mi
Last recorded49,381 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class77,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP09 BLP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 49,381 miles

Nearside Front wing mirror indicator lense broken

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 16 Dec 2025 49,317 miles

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

Nearside Front wing mirror indicator lense broken

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Dec 2024 47,304 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 45,668 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 42,619 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall also has damaged/ has a cut but not deep enough to reach ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear props haft rubber doughnut starting to split

Pass 29 Nov 2021 38,970 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 37,132 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 34,452 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 34,452 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 32,716 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 29,706 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 27,121 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 25,656 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 22,705 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 19,822 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 16,698 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2012 12,885 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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AP09 BLP 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 88.2%.

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 AP09 BLP, 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 AP09 BLP registered?

AP09 BLP is a 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is AP09 BLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP09 BLP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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