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KS08 VKB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,533 mi
Last recorded104,533 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 VKB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 104,533 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH FRONT. (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 104,192 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH FRONT. (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs worn.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2016 84,009 miles

emission not detected

Pass 6 May 2015 64,549 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 52,899 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 52,843 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2013 46,290 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 40,303 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 32,868 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 27,084 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 VKB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VKB, 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 VKB registered?

KS08 VKB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is KS08 VKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 VKB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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