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K7 VWS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

133,598 mi
Last recorded133,598 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK7 VWS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 133,598 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 130,411 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 127,172 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 126,468 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2022 126,442 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Nov 2021 122,712 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 122,711 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front 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))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 120,097 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 118,264 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 115,069 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 112,548 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 108,774 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 105,340 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 100,983 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 96,820 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 96,673 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 96,473 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 80,392 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 64,281 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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K7 VWS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 K7 VWS, 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 K7 VWS registered?

K7 VWS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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