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KR08 XTW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,639 mi
Last recorded121,639 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 121,639 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and inner (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 121,639 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 108,720 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 100,095 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 100,095 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2022 96,191 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Nov 2021 91,700 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 89,120 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 89,120 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 79,743 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 76,574 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 71,247 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 63,512 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

washer fluid low showing on dash

Pass 26 May 2015 55,644 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 47,852 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 47,852 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 May 2013 42,820 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 40,055 miles

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

nearside front wing mirror indicator lense slightly inscure

Fail 15 May 2012 40,055 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside front wing mirror indicator lense slightly inscure

Pass 23 May 2011 36,829 miles

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

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 XTW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 XTW, 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 XTW registered?

KR08 XTW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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