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KS08 UGL

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

74,642 mi
Last recorded74,642 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UGL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 74,642 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Rear corrosion underside subframe

Pass 12 May 2024 63,985 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2023 62,868 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 49,284 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 48,204 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 44,233 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 38,448 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 35,738 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 35,738 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 34,718 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 34,357 miles

Front Lower undertray fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2014 33,604 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2013 31,983 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Sep 2012 30,641 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 25,727 miles

offside rear handbrake noisey in operation

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 UGL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 UGL, 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 UGL?

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What year was KS08 UGL registered?

KS08 UGL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is KS08 UGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 UGL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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