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KR08 XSC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,960 mi
Last recorded131,960 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 131,960 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2023 131,960 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 121,903 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 107,411 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 97,210 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2019 97,198 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 92,278 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 92,278 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2055516 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 81,373 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 11 Oct 2016 70,160 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 58,878 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 50,019 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 31,650 miles

n/s/f brake pipe is starting to corrode

Pass 12 Oct 2012 23,051 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 16,660 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 XSC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XSC, 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 XSC registered?

KR08 XSC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is KR08 XSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 XSC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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