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KM08 SWF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,371 mi
Last recorded95,371 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 95,371 miles

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

Offside Fog light lens damaged

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 85,424 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 85,424 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper damaged and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 76,528 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 66,029 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2022 54,531 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Feb 2022 54,529 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 51,297 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 49,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 45,427 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 42,882 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 42,882 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 39,588 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 36,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 33,167 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Mar 2014 30,238 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Mar 2014 30,238 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 26,610 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Apr 2012 23,164 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 21,400 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 SWF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 SWF, 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 SWF registered?

KM08 SWF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is KM08 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM08 SWF shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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