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KM08 SVU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

114,067 mi
Last recorded114,067 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 114,067 miles

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

Under-tray fitted.

Pass 27 Jul 2025 111,514 miles

Under-tray fitted.

Fail 11 Jul 2025 111,364 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn marked in yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Jul 2024 108,604 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2023 105,225 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2022 95,198 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 85,995 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 73,120 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 69,058 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 68,185 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 66,394 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 64,585 miles

rear tyres getting low

Pass 1 Jun 2015 62,957 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2015 62,957 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 19 Mar 2015 62,749 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 54,308 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 43,466 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 31,531 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 22,440 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 SVU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SVU, 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 SVU registered?

KM08 SVU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is KM08 SVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 SVU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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