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KO08 ZZK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

160,723 mi
Last recorded160,723 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 ZZK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 160,723 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 154,865 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 142,230 miles

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

Tyre pressure warning light indicates incorrect pressure in one or more tyres

Pass 4 Mar 2022 127,196 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 120,124 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 105,937 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 94,182 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 84,232 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 72,998 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 72,997 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 64,111 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 59,024 miles

front tyres close to limit

Pass 26 Jun 2013 54,459 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 48,614 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 42,944 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 ZZK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KO08 ZZK, 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 ZZK registered?

KO08 ZZK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is KO08 ZZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO08 ZZK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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