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KR08 XCT

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,571 mi
Last recorded90,571 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 XCT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2020 90,571 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 85,094 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view with in zone A less than 10 mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and tread 3 mm strongly advised (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

under cover fitted

Fail 23 Mar 2019 85,094 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view with in zone A less than 10 mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and tread 3 mm strongly advised (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

under cover fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2018 83,280 miles

Nearside Front brake worn got lipped

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on side wall,perished,245/40 R 17

Offside Front brake worn got lipped

Offside Rear tyre slightly cut on tread

engine cover and tray obstruction under side of components

Pass 30 Mar 2017 78,759 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

tray obstruction underside of components

tray obstruction underside of components

Fail 30 Mar 2017 78,759 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

tray obstruction underside of components

tray obstruction underside of components

Pass 2 Mar 2016 73,760 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 66,037 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 65,643 miles

Engine oil level low

Fail 6 Nov 2014 65,643 miles

Engine oil level low

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 57,531 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 57,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 52,924 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 49,247 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 31 Jan 2012 49,247 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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 XCT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KR08 XCT, 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.

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What year was KR08 XCT registered?

KR08 XCT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is KR08 XCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 XCT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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