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KP08 SDZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

152,363 mi
Last recorded152,363 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 SDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 152,363 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 147,461 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 144,562 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 144,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 140,396 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 132,538 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 132,538 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 127,474 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 125,301 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 119,914 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 14 Feb 2019 119,561 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across car (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Mar 2018 104,610 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear heat shield hanging off,

Fail 24 Nov 2017 100,603 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 90,880 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 79,256 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 70,617 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 62,424 miles

plastic covers fitted to underside and outer body sills.

Fail 30 Apr 2014 62,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

plastic covers fitted to underside and outer body sills.

Pass 25 Mar 2013 51,988 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 42,392 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 34,023 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 SDZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 SDZ, 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 SDZ registered?

KP08 SDZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is KP08 SDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 SDZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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