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KS08 VFT

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,493 mi
Last recorded156,493 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 VFT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 156,493 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2025 150,184 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 144,299 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes at rear corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 May 2024 144,260 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn toe arm has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes at rear corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 May 2023 139,010 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald extreme edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Nov 2022 138,970 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame likely to fail has a hole and corroded around track arm mounting point (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald extreme edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 134,268 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2021 134,268 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 128,012 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 120,092 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both nearside and offside. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both nearside and offside. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 120,076 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both nearside and offside. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both nearside and offside. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 111,549 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 111,549 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside rear lower position lamp inopritive

Pass 20 May 2017 87,888 miles

slight play in both front hubs.

Pass 5 May 2016 80,718 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 67,512 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2014 60,057 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 53,242 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 47,236 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 34,020 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 VFT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VFT, 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 VFT registered?

KS08 VFT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is KS08 VFT safe to buy?

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