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KL08 WLD

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,910 mi
Last recorded42,910 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 WLD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 42,910 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 42,905 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

CHIP IN SCREEN

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REAR (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2025 40,433 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 23,682 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 23,464 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 22,910 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 22,529 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2020 22,528 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2019 22,142 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 21,564 miles

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 24 May 2017 20,099 miles

centre exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 3 May 2016 18,897 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2015 17,807 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 17,807 miles

Offside Brake pedal fouling on other parts of the vehicle (3.3.A.4)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 15,565 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 13,292 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2012 10,314 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 7,873 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 WLD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WLD, 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 WLD registered?

KL08 WLD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is KL08 WLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL08 WLD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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