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KK57 KUY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

223,935 mi
Last recorded223,935 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKK57 KUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 223,935 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2019 223,935 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 207,204 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 190,296 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 182,380 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 174,240 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 171,740 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 151,273 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 151,273 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 126,349 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 126,349 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 106,745 miles

n/s/f outer tyre side wall cut

o/s/f outer tyre perished

Fail 3 Feb 2012 106,745 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f outer tyre side wall cut

o/s/f outer tyre perished

Fail 29 Dec 2010 79,019 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s plastic undertray damaged

Pass 29 Dec 2010 79,019 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s plastic undertray damaged

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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KK57 KUY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KK57 KUY, 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

How do I check the history of KK57 KUY?

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What year was KK57 KUY registered?

KK57 KUY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is KK57 KUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KK57 KUY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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