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2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

118,861 mi
Last recorded118,861 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration38 KD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 118,861 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both rear upper subframe mounts corroded

Fail 13 Mar 2026 118,861 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached bolts loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake back plate heavily corroded

both rear upper subframe mounts corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2025 109,656 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 103,262 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement support arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement support arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear upper chassi has corrosion

Fail 28 Mar 2024 103,262 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement support arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement support arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear upper chassi has corrosion

Pass 23 Mar 2023 94,523 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension arm inner bushes in poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2023 94,523 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to n/s/r at rear end (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake cable damaged but not to excess one mount broken and loose on n/s hand brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension arm inner bushes in poor condition (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s/r under tray loose

Pass 23 Mar 2022 82,440 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 78,369 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 73,483 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 73,483 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side effort low (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both rear brakes binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 May 2019 67,793 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 67,785 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working on door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2018 63,702 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 53,732 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 52,593 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 48,596 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 43,831 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 39,229 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 34,655 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 28,804 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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38 KD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 81,042 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 38 KD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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38 KD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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