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KM08 SVG

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,817 mi
Last recorded62,817 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 SVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 62,817 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s/f tyre wearing thin on edges plus small cuts in outer wall

Pass 7 Mar 2025 59,476 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2025 59,475 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 58,995 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 57,221 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 56,225 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 55,191 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 54,441 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 53,219 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 49,346 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 44,986 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 40,561 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 34,643 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 28,174 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 22,550 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 15,677 miles

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

front wipers poor

offside door mirror damaged

offside rear tyre sidewall spliting

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 SVG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 SVG, 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 SVG registered?

KM08 SVG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is KM08 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 SVG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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