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KR08 XTM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

170,908 mi
Last recorded170,908 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 170,908 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2025 170,908 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 101,018 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 97,104 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 95,302 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 93,371 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 91,604 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2020 91,604 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 89,723 miles

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring testable items from view of test.

Pass 23 Nov 2018 87,122 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 87,122 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 85,342 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 85,342 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 82,638 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 May 2014 68,757 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres slightly worn on edges

Pass 15 May 2013 53,117 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 41,545 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake pedal rubber worn through

n/s/f tyre tread low outer edge

n/s/r outer brake pad, low.

o/s/r tyre tread worn very low at edges

Pass 16 May 2011 27,932 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 XTM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XTM, 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

How do I check the history of KR08 XTM?

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What year was KR08 XTM registered?

KR08 XTM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is KR08 XTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 XTM shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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