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KS08 DPN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

79,049 mi
Last recorded79,049 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 DPN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 79,049 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 77,471 miles

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

Emission to clean at the time of test

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 75,508 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 72,144 miles

Diff Bush Slightly Worn

Nearside Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Front & Rear (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Under Trays Fitted Obscuring View Of Some Underside Components

Pass 19 Aug 2022 70,144 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Diff Bush Worn Slightly

Under Trays Fitted Obscuring View Of Some Underside Components

Pass 10 Aug 2021 68,170 miles

Nearside Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Front & Rear (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Diff Bush Slightly Worn

Under Trays Fitted Obscuring View Of Some Underside Components

Pass 8 Aug 2020 65,384 miles

Diff Bush Slightly Worn

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S & O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Front & Rear (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under Trays Fitted Obscuring View Of Some Underside Components

Pass 9 Aug 2019 63,108 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S & O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 63,108 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule N/S & O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2018 62,587 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 61,012 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 59,479 miles

Under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Mar 2015 49,807 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 45,995 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 42,972 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 39,123 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 29,004 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

front brake discs worn,n/s/f brake pads 75% or more worn

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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KS08 DPN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KS08 DPN, 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 KS08 DPN?

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What year was KS08 DPN registered?

KS08 DPN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is KS08 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 DPN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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