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KP08 SJO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

117,993 mi
Last recorded117,993 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 SJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 117,993 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2021 117,993 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 101,055 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 94,429 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 87,868 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 87,865 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 78,427 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 71,667 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 60,519 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 51,652 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)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 43,100 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 33,626 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 23,521 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 SJO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SJO, 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 SJO registered?

KP08 SJO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is KP08 SJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 SJO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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