MOT Status
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116,350 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bush becoming soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))
run flat warning indicator on
Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear sub frame corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view
Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))
Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system under body covers (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view
Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
engine covers and undertrays fitted
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
both front metal brake pipes corroded at flexi hose joints
n/s/r tyre worn close to limits and uneven
both front metal brake pipes very corroded at time of test
n/s/r tyre wearing uneven and low on inner tread
n/s/r tyre wearing uneven and low on inner tread
o/s/f lower suspension ball joint has play to limit at time of test
o/s/f to rear metal brake pipe corroded at the rear section
both front metal brake pipes slightly corroded
both front metal brake pipes starting to corrode at flexi hose joint
front pads worn
o/s/r tyre worn low
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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K500 PES is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.
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 K500 PES, 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 K500 PES registered?
K500 PES is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 July 2008.
Is K500 PES safe to buy?
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