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KR57 YKX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

164,316 mi
Last recorded164,316 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 YKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 164,316 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 142,006 miles

under trays

Pass 2 Jul 2018 123,348 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 110,286 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 110,286 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 85,829 miles

advise condition of front brakes

advise condition of rear brake discs

advise near side front tyre outer side wall damaged but still legal

Pass 20 Mar 2015 57,478 miles

nearside rear tyre tread starting to wear low.

Pass 9 Jan 2014 40,353 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 36,930 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 34,548 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 31,499 miles

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

Nearside Front 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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KR57 YKX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KR57 YKX, 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 KR57 YKX registered?

KR57 YKX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is KR57 YKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 YKX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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