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KJ08 SZO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

129,872 mi
Last recorded129,872 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 SZO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 129,872 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 121,210 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 113,350 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 108,251 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 103,000 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 99,156 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 97,432 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 93,186 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 85,956 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 85,956 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 78,627 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 70,408 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 61,922 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 56,588 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 49,355 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 44,153 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 36,872 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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KJ08 SZO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 KJ08 SZO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KJ08 SZO registered?

KJ08 SZO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 August 2008.

Is KJ08 SZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ08 SZO 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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