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KL08 PFU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

154,012 mi
Last recorded154,012 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 PFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 154,012 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 142,776 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 139,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall Cut, No Cords/Plys Felt Or Visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Oct 2020 139,373 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working Sidelight Bulb Fitted (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall Cut, No Cords/Plys Felt Or Visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 132,199 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer side wall damaged

Fail 4 Nov 2019 132,198 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre outer side wall damaged

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 120,548 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 120,548 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

both rear park brake shoes sound noisy when turning rear wheels

nsf & rear metal brake pipes rusty

park brake very nearly at the end of its travel

rear brake pads poor condition

Pass 26 Sep 2018 117,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (tracking required} (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 117,019 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 111,495 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 100,803 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 100,803 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 85,613 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 85,587 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 51,775 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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KL08 PFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 KL08 PFU, 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 KL08 PFU registered?

KL08 PFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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