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KR08 RVJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,441 mi
Last recorded138,441 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 RVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 138,441 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 138,440 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm likely to become detached nut missing off bolt (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2021 123,407 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Aug 2021 123,407 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 111,760 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs corroded and pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 95,761 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 78,931 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 64,095 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 52,771 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 41,959 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 30,104 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2012 22,333 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 17,440 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 RVJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RVJ, 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 RVJ registered?

KR08 RVJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is KR08 RVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 RVJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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