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2008 MERCEDES-BENZ S3.5L PETROL

M1 BMA

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2008 MERCEDES-BENZ S — PETROL, 3498cc. This vehicle has 112,989 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: paid. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT
Valid
Expires 21/10/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/04/2027
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Fuel
PETROL
Year
2008
Engine
3498cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in October 2025 with no defects recorded, indicating it met all necessary safety and environmental standards at that time. The overall history is exceptionally clean. Across five consecutive tests dating back to 2021, there have been no recorded defects or advisories. This suggests a stable condition trend and a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard. The recorded mileage of 112,989 is typical for an 18-year-old car, averaging roughly 6,277 miles per year. This level of use is generally positive, as it suggests the car has been driven regularly enough to avoid the degradation associated with long periods of standing, without the excessive wear found in very high-mileage examples. Because the MOT history provides no evidence of mechanical failure or wear, the primary risk is simply the age of the vehicle. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the operational health of the drivetrain and a thorough check of the bodywork and interior for age-related deterioration that would not be flagged on an MOT certificate.

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/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness Score: Excellent.

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✓ Valid MOT
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Jun 2026, 16:00
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in October 2025 with no defects recorded, indicating it met all necessary safety and environmental standards at that time. The overall history is exceptionally clean. Across five consecutive tests dating back to 2021, there have been no recorded defects or advisories. This suggests a stable condition trend and a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard. The recorded mileage of 112,989 is typical for an 18-year-old car, averaging roughly 6,277 miles per year. This level of use is generally positive, as it suggests the car has been driven regularly enough to avoid the degradation associated with long periods of standing, without the excessive wear found in very high-mileage examples. Because the MOT history provides no evidence of mechanical failure or wear, the primary risk is simply the age of the vehicle. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the operational health of the drivetrain and a thorough check of the bodywork and interior for age-related deterioration that would not be flagged on an MOT certificate.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 2008, this Mercedes-Benz S with plate M1 BMA has undergone 4 MOT inspections since June 2022.

Across its entire MOT history, this Mercedes-Benz has a 100% success rate (4 passes and 0 fails). Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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