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AVH 8

2009 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,734 mi
Last recorded108,734 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class77,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVH 8
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 108,734 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 105,950 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 103,896 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2023 101,001 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 97,666 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 94,622 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 91,718 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 88,975 miles

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 23 May 2018 85,681 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 81,601 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 78,039 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 74,614 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 71,561 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 62,918 miles

rear pads 75% worn

wipers smearing

Pass 28 May 2012 47,144 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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AVH 8 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AVH 8, 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 AVH 8 registered?

AVH 8 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is AVH 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVH 8 shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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