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KP08 LGW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

87,816 mi
Last recorded87,816 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 87,816 miles

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

airbag malfunction on dash

Fail 3 Dec 2020 87,816 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

airbag malfunction on dash

Fail 1 Dec 2020 87,516 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

airbag malfunction on dash

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 13 Jun 2019 83,675 miles

Airbag malfunction

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Nearside Front Position lamp inop incase of 2 or more

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp inop incase of 2 or more

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 79,827 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 74,667 miles

### strong advise ### engine smokey

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Nearside Front tyre wall damaged

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2016 70,824 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall damaged

engine cover fitted / under trays fitted

Fail 17 Jun 2016 70,824 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall damaged

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine cover fitted / under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2015 61,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 May 2014 52,960 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf tyre starting to crack

Pass 28 May 2014 52,960 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf tyre starting to crack

Fail 28 May 2013 46,142 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 46,142 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2012 42,054 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jun 2012 42,054 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2011 31,903 miles

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

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

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

front brake discs are worn

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 LGW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LGW, 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

How do I check the history of KP08 LGW?

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What year was KP08 LGW registered?

KP08 LGW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is KP08 LGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 LGW shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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