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BK08 ALO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

137,304 mi
Last recorded137,304 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 ALO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 137,304 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2025 137,304 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 127,982 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 112,442 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 97,736 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under tray fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2021 84,545 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 83,889 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 81,874 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 80,407 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened has lips (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 78,652 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 76,139 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2015 73,101 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 69,786 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 66,881 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 63,588 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2011 60,905 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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BK08 ALO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BK08 ALO, 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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What year was BK08 ALO registered?

BK08 ALO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BK08 ALO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 ALO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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