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KR08 RYU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

81,660 mi
Last recorded81,660 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 81,660 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 73,230 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 73,230 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 65,409 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 65,407 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 64,880 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 63,871 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 62,260 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 56,620 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 50,685 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 44,693 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 34,853 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 24,363 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 24,183 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 23,724 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 23,076 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2011 22,123 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 RYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RYU, 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 RYU registered?

KR08 RYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is KR08 RYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 RYU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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