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KP08 UBB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

103,407 mi
Last recorded103,407 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 103,407 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 31 Jan 2022 103,407 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 95,706 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sets of rear tyres worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

under tray fitted through out under the car could not inspect thoroughly

Fail 4 Jul 2019 95,706 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear registration plate lamps was inoperative (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sets of rear tyres worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

under tray fitted through out under the car could not inspect thoroughly

Pass 13 Jan 2018 91,634 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 87,086 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Dec 2016 87,086 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 80,294 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 68,213 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 58,872 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 48,324 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 48,324 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 39,012 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 38,985 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 35,548 miles

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

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 UBB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 UBB, 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 UBB registered?

KP08 UBB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is KP08 UBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 UBB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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