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KM08 SXN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,180 mi
Last recorded93,180 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 SXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 93,180 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 93,180 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 89,993 miles

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 86,199 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2022 83,555 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2022 83,552 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 80,510 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 77,084 miles

Offside Rear Metal backing plate (brakes) corroded

Fail 8 Dec 2020 77,084 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Metal backing plate (brakes) corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2019 74,442 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 74,433 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 74,432 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Binding on. (1.4.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake making a grinding noise.

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 70,295 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 65,388 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front tyre perishing on side wall

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 59,662 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 54,580 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 50,681 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 50,018 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 41,038 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 41,033 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 35,009 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 24,429 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 SXN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SXN, 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 SXN registered?

KM08 SXN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 June 2008.

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The MOT history for KM08 SXN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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