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KP58 DCE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

194,110 mi
Last recorded194,110 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP58 DCE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 194,110 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 194,110 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 181,310 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 166,215 miles

Nearside Front Fog light not working .

Nearside Front Tyre worn outer edges .

Rear suspension tie rod bushes worn split ,as marked .

Rear tyres worn close to wear bars /cracking in treads .

Fail 16 Nov 2023 165,978 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To hose union (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To hose union (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn outer edges .

Offside Front and rear fog lights not working .

Rear suspension tie rod bushes worn split ,as marked .

Rear tyres worn close to wear bars /cracking in treads .

Pass 7 Nov 2022 94,312 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 92,686 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 92,686 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2020 89,721 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2020 89,721 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 82,107 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 69,828 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 55,763 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 40,197 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 20,571 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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KP58 DCE 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 KP58 DCE, 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 KP58 DCE?

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What year was KP58 DCE registered?

KP58 DCE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is KP58 DCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP58 DCE 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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