CarVerify

Free Car Check

BK08 ZSX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

184,926 mi
Last recorded184,926 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 ZSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 184,926 miles

EML on

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Registration plate lamps dim

Pass 8 Apr 2022 179,043 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (forward) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LIMITS!! (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

eml on

leak injectors (copper washer)

Fail 5 Apr 2022 179,031 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (forward) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LIMITS!! (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

eml on

leak injectors (copper washer)

Pass 25 Mar 2021 169,053 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 rear of main (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (forward) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside hand brake requires attention

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (rear) LIMITS!!! (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 156,304 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 141,708 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 129,933 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 110,715 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin & offside (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 88,230 miles

front brake pipes greased

slight bind on near side rear brake

Pass 12 May 2015 85,528 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2014 78,687 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 16 May 2013 74,335 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 69,129 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 61,158 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BK08 ZSX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 ZSX, 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

How do I check the history of BK08 ZSX?

You can check the full history of BK08 ZSX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BK08 ZSX registered?

BK08 ZSX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is BK08 ZSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 ZSX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK08 ZSX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BK08 ZSX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.