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KL08 TNZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

83,352 mi
Last recorded83,352 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 TNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 83,352 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 78,389 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 72,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 63,832 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 62,725 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 62,002 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 60,388 miles

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Lower oily front cover

covers prevent full inspection to some components

Pass 1 Feb 2019 60,049 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 58,563 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 56,127 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 56,127 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 47,422 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 33,413 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2013 27,511 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2013 27,460 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 23,135 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 16,917 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 TNZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,996cc 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 KL08 TNZ, 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 KL08 TNZ registered?

KL08 TNZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is KL08 TNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL08 TNZ 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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