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KP08 LFL

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,976 mi
Last recorded114,976 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 114,976 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2025 104,671 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 94,277 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 94,273 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 90,237 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Into flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Under bonnet & underside covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 31 Mar 2023 90,165 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Into flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Under bonnet & underside covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 14 Apr 2022 87,738 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 86,239 miles

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

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

Under bonnet & underside covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 21 Feb 2020 85,326 miles

Under bonnet & underside covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 22 Feb 2019 78,870 miles

Under bonnet covers & underside trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 14 Mar 2018 72,873 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 67,418 miles

Under bonnet covers & underside trays fitted obscuring some components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 62,128 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 57,073 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 52,976 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 4 Mar 2013 47,303 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 43,239 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 34,826 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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KP08 LFL 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 88.9%.

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 KP08 LFL, 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 KP08 LFL registered?

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

Is KP08 LFL safe to buy?

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