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KO08 UKV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,603 mi
Last recorded113,603 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 UKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 113,603 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 106,678 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 97,993 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 97,993 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 90,074 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm legal limit and balding edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 89,952 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Cannot be opened from inside or outside of vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm legal limit and balding edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2022 82,704 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 77,391 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Jun 2021 77,391 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 71,606 miles

All tyres wearing on inner edges

Slight corrosion on ridged brake pipes

Wear ridge on front brake discs

Fail 9 Jun 2020 71,596 miles

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

All tyres wearing on inner edges

Slight corrosion on ridged brake pipes

Wear ridge on front brake discs

Pass 3 Jun 2019 65,859 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 55,132 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 45,636 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 36,385 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2016 36,385 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 27,969 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 25 Jun 2014 20,605 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 11 Jun 2013 19,929 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 16,150 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 16,114 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 12,624 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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KO08 UKV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KO08 UKV, 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 KO08 UKV registered?

KO08 UKV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is KO08 UKV safe to buy?

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