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KP57 JHZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,821 mi
Last recorded113,821 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP57 JHZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 113,821 miles

under vehicle covered by substance, rubber bushes starting to deteriorate, play in rack, brake discs worn

Pass 13 Jan 2021 111,468 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 111,468 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 109,358 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 109,357 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 102,057 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 95,667 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

front to rear brake pipes not tested, plastic covers fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2017 89,106 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 81,413 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 71,848 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2014 71,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

N/S/F Tyre is 0mm on inner soon to cord

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

O/S/F Tyre 0mm on inner edge soon to cord

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 62,276 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 52,499 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 42,550 miles

oil leak under vehicle

Pass 21 Dec 2010 30,329 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 JHZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JHZ, 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 KP57 JHZ?

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What year was KP57 JHZ registered?

KP57 JHZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is KP57 JHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP57 JHZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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