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KR58 EFN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

158,997 mi
Last recorded158,997 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR58 EFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2026 158,997 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2025 152,575 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 145,681 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 145,663 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn bald advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 139,358 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 129,548 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 116,603 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 101,021 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 101,015 miles

Emissions not tested Excessive Black Smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 99,277 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 94,930 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 91,048 miles

UNDERSIDE COVERS RESTRICTING INSPECTION

Pass 14 Sep 2016 85,851 miles

UNDERSIDE COVERS RESTRICTING INSPECTION

Pass 3 Nov 2015 81,009 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 75,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Nov 2014 75,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2013 63,722 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2012 44,562 miles

Boot full

Damage to OSF tyre sidewall - no cords showing

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 32,107 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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KR58 EFN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KR58 EFN, 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.

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What year was KR58 EFN registered?

KR58 EFN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 December 2008.

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