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KS08 UGU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

76,224 mi
Last recorded76,224 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 76,224 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2025 67,640 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 58,570 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 53,824 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 50,052 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 47,399 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 46,922 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 45,018 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 41,690 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 38,362 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 38,348 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 33,352 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 29,479 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 27,156 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 23,975 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 19,734 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 15,387 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 UGU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 UGU, 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 KS08 UGU registered?

KS08 UGU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is KS08 UGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 UGU 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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