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KR08 HFL

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,792 mi
Last recorded56,792 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 HFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 56,792 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 55,137 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 53,617 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 50,942 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2023 50,942 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 48,038 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 46,465 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At flex connection (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flex connection (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both corroded at ns wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 45,091 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 43,195 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 41,514 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 41,514 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 37,933 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 35,396 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 33,154 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 30,737 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 28,144 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 28,144 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 25,598 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 23,598 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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KR08 HFL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KR08 HFL, 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 KR08 HFL registered?

KR08 HFL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is KR08 HFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 HFL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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