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KN58 YGL

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

110,274 mi
Last recorded110,274 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN58 YGL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 110,274 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 106,729 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake backing plate missing

parking brake 18% needs checking

Pass 10 Jan 2024 103,624 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2022 98,372 miles

front suspension arms play,alternator drive belt-pulley noisy-investigate,suspension-springs-running gear rusting

screen cracked,service due alert active,rear brake discs-pipes rusting,rear brakes noisy-rattle,nsr park brake lazy,front tyre treads low-uneven wear,washers low pressure

Pass 16 Dec 2021 94,709 miles

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Fail 16 Dec 2021 94,709 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working both front outer (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

service due alert,front tyre treads uneven wear,brake pipes rusting-greased,front suspension arms play,rear brakes noisy,suspension-springs-brakes rusting

Pass 30 Dec 2020 86,978 miles

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Fail 29 Dec 2020 86,978 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

coolant-antifreeze level low,front suspension arm bushes play,front wheel bearings play,nsf tyre tread low-uneven wear,screen cracked,brake pipes greased over,suspension-springs-units rusting,nsr brake hose twisted

Pass 24 Jun 2019 77,700 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 77,700 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 71,229 miles

service interval overdue on dash,drivers rear upper position lamp inop,passenger front tyre tread bulged

Fail 7 Jul 2018 71,229 miles

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

service interval overdue on dash,drivers rear upper position lamp inop,passenger front tyre tread bulged

Pass 24 Jun 2017 62,175 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 53,010 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 45,732 miles

both rear tyres close to limit

Pass 10 Jul 2014 42,802 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 42,802 miles

Offside brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2013 39,415 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2013 39,414 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 32,241 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 25,190 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside lower tail lamp not functioning correctly

Fail 20 Sep 2011 25,190 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside lower tail lamp not functioning correctly

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 YGL 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 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YGL, 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 YGL registered?

KN58 YGL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2008.

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