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KN58 OTA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,066 mi
Last recorded120,066 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN58 OTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 120,066 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2025 118,029 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2025 118,008 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 111,917 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 108,483 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 101,763 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 101,763 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 99,101 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 96,928 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 95,016 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 85,891 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Aug 2017 68,256 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 68,256 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 63,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has cuts on outer sidewall, not exposing cords

Pass 3 Sep 2015 56,313 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 49,350 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 42,143 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Sep 2012 34,095 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 25,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 25,919 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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KN58 OTA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel 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 KN58 OTA, 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 KN58 OTA registered?

KN58 OTA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is KN58 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN58 OTA 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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