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KR08 XCW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

132,764 mi
Last recorded132,764 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 XCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 132,764 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2025 132,759 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 128,322 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Nov 2024 128,322 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 123,763 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 120,021 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 115,115 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 106,807 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 97,384 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 79,555 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 68,451 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 68,451 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 62,644 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 58,644 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 55,874 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 52,476 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2012 47,750 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 May 2011 36,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

VERY SLIGHT PLAY PRESENT IN OSF WHEEL BEARING

Pass 13 May 2011 36,230 miles

VERY SLIGHT PLAY PRESENT IN OSF WHEEL BEARING

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 XCW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 XCW, 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 XCW registered?

KR08 XCW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is KR08 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 XCW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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