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BF08 KXN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,411 mi
Last recorded139,411 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 KXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Nov 2022 139,411 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability LOWER SUSPENSION ARM RIPPED OUT OF REAR SUBFRAME (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FROM FLEXY (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 135,797 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARMS BUSH BOTH SIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 131,341 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 122,181 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Pass 6 Mar 2018 111,607 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 99,481 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1n)

Fail 28 Feb 2017 99,481 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1n)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 87,087 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 74,985 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 62,226 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 51,038 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 51,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2012 41,994 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 May 2011 31,474 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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BF08 KXN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BF08 KXN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF08 KXN registered?

BF08 KXN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is BF08 KXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 KXN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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