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BL57 KFR

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

138,674 mi
Last recorded138,674 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 KFR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 138,674 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 132,190 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 May 2015 123,077 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 103,950 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 89,109 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 77,507 miles

Winscreen damage in zone A in excess of 10mm above line of sight of road

Fail 26 Apr 2012 77,507 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Winscreen damage in zone A in excess of 10mm above line of sight of road

Pass 15 Jan 2011 58,342 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BL57 KFR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BL57 KFR, 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 BL57 KFR registered?

BL57 KFR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is BL57 KFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 KFR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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