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KP57 JFX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

133,525 mi
Last recorded133,525 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP57 JFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 133,525 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 122,402 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 1 Feb 2018 122,395 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 117,215 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 112,727 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 89,765 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 69,046 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 54,640 miles

Nearside rear tyre has a slight cut ( centre 3/4)

Offside rear tyre has a slight bulge

Pass 23 Aug 2011 26,997 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 26,170 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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KP57 JFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 KP57 JFX, 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 KP57 JFX registered?

KP57 JFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 January 2008.

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