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K555 DRS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

72,474 mi
Last recorded72,474 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK555 DRS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 72,474 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear subrame/ floor (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 May 2025 67,307 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Wheel to wheel (rear axle) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 May 2024 63,218 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 58,957 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 57,588 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 55,713 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin NEAR SIDE FRONT AND OFSIDE FRONT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 54,501 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 52,656 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 51,039 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 49,139 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 47,609 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 47,609 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 40,027 miles

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged. No cords visible.

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 33,082 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 29,680 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 24,984 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 19,618 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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K555 DRS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel 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 K555 DRS, 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 K555 DRS registered?

K555 DRS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is K555 DRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K555 DRS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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