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KP08 ENW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

135,397 mi
Last recorded135,397 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 ENW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 135,397 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under tray fitted

Fail 8 Aug 2023 135,397 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under tray fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2022 127,004 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2022 127,004 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 120,559 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 120,559 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 114,922 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 109,122 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 104,711 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 100,066 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 94,383 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 84,835 miles

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

n/s/f seatbelt slight frayed

Fail 18 Mar 2015 84,835 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

n/s/f seatbelt slight frayed

Pass 18 Mar 2014 71,170 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 71,170 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 61,886 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 46,040 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 35,960 miles

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

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

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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KP08 ENW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KP08 ENW, 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.

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What year was KP08 ENW registered?

KP08 ENW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is KP08 ENW safe to buy?

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