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KJ08 LZX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

134,624 mi
Last recorded134,624 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 LZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2024 134,624 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2024 134,617 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (chalked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 122,653 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 110,247 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 101,916 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 101,820 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 96,569 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 96,568 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 84,583 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 73,733 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 65,959 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 58,832 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 56,220 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2014 52,927 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 45,775 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Jul 2013 45,775 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2012 36,038 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 25,042 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front brake discs slightly worn

rear brake discs slightly worn

Fail 25 Jun 2011 25,042 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front brake discs slightly worn

rear brake discs slightly worn

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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KJ08 LZX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KJ08 LZX, 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 KJ08 LZX registered?

KJ08 LZX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 July 2008.

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