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KM08 OCE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

155,574 mi
Last recorded155,574 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 OCE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 155,574 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 151,513 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear 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 16 Mar 2020 145,710 miles

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

undertrays fitted, obscuring view of some componants

Pass 6 Mar 2019 140,040 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Engine covers top & bottom obscuring full view of testable items

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 137,176 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 131,483 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Mar 2016 120,025 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 120,025 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 105,747 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 94,519 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 86,991 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 69,430 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 51,863 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 OCE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KM08 OCE, 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 KM08 OCE registered?

KM08 OCE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KM08 OCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 OCE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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