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KS08 VXX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

127,781 mi
Last recorded127,781 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 VXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 127,781 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Showing corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes showing corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 127,781 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Showing corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes showing corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 127,461 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 127,460 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 29 May 2024 112,576 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 104,054 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 98,059 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 95,748 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side outer and inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 92,999 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 91,300 miles

full undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2018 88,823 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 79,352 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 74,528 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 65,145 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 56,391 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 56,371 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 47,686 miles

engine management light on

Pass 27 Nov 2012 38,436 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 38,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 32,316 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 32,311 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 27,000 miles

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

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 VXX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 VXX, 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 VXX registered?

KS08 VXX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is KS08 VXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 VXX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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