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CT08 KFG

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

121,187 mi
Last recorded121,187 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT08 KFG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 121,187 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 114,813 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underneath tray fitted at the time of test

Pass 22 Dec 2023 108,645 miles

underneath tray fitted at the time of test

Pass 9 Jan 2023 101,978 miles

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

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

Underneath tray fitted at the time of test

Pass 12 Jan 2022 94,232 miles

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Brake pad retaining spring missing

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit. 2mm. Both (5.2.3 (e))

Reversing lamp inoperative

Pass 17 Dec 2020 87,212 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 78,735 miles

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

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2020 78,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 68,654 miles

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

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

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

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

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both front windows (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 59,278 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 50,934 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 47,646 miles

both wiper blades worn

Pass 27 Mar 2015 41,741 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 35,045 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 31,061 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 24,771 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 19,204 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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CT08 KFG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 CT08 KFG, 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 CT08 KFG registered?

CT08 KFG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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