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KS08 UHA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

138,907 mi
Last recorded138,907 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 138,907 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2025 126,122 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 117,018 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 31 Aug 2024 116,769 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 98,157 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 86,014 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 76,653 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 70,219 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 64,870 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 63,567 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 57,681 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 51,189 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 41,340 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 34,919 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 34,919 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 33,028 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 31,292 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 29,899 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 28,561 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 UHA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 UHA, 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 UHA registered?

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

Is KS08 UHA safe to buy?

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