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KM08 ABX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,095 mi
Last recorded167,095 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 ABX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 167,095 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2026 167,095 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2025 162,747 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 158,713 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 152,268 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 147,714 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2021 225,505 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has limited damping effect

Fail 9 Feb 2021 225,505 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has limited damping effect

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 135,222 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2020 135,222 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 124,124 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower lamp unit has slight crack

Pass 16 Nov 2017 123,241 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 115,286 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 107,739 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 96,418 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2014 96,418 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 89,372 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 76,803 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 54,758 miles

unable to inspect front suspension & steering fully due to covers fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2011 52,737 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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KM08 ABX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KM08 ABX, 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 KM08 ABX registered?

KM08 ABX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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