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KS08 JSV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

129,469 mi
Last recorded129,469 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 JSV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 129,469 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 123,155 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 123,155 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 116,647 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 109,787 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 102,959 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 95,027 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 83,477 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 75,595 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 65,622 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2016 65,304 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 55,423 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 46,258 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 41,401 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 36,019 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 29,347 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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KS08 JSV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JSV, 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 JSV?

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What year was KS08 JSV registered?

KS08 JSV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is KS08 JSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 JSV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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