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KS57 FHA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,151 mi
Last recorded129,151 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 FHA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 129,151 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Outer sill cover dented

handbrake on limit

pre check oil low top up engine oil 1 1/2 ltrs

Pass 23 Aug 2022 121,920 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm 245/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Aug 2022 121,896 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides low readings (1.4.1 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm 245/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

oil low toped up 1/2ltr oil

Pass 19 Aug 2021 114,882 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear handbrake low reading

oil on min

Fail 19 Aug 2021 114,882 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear handbrake low reading

oil on min

Pass 21 Aug 2020 108,358 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

oil low toped up 1ltr oil

Fail 21 Aug 2020 108,358 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

oil low toped up 1ltr oil

Pass 24 May 2019 95,848 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine oil low topped up 1ltr oil

Fail 24 May 2019 95,848 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine oil low topped up 1ltr oil

Pass 11 Aug 2017 81,659 miles

Nearside Rear childseat fitted unable to check belt operation

covers fitted to top and body of engine and chassis obscuring views

Fail 11 Aug 2017 81,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear childseat fitted unable to check belt operation

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

covers fitted to top and body of engine and chassis obscuring views

Pass 16 Aug 2016 75,534 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 75,534 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 67,008 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 61,165 miles

N/S/R TYRE ON THE LEGAL LIMIT ON INNER EDGE

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 51,960 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 45,218 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 36,909 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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KS57 FHA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KS57 FHA, 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 KS57 FHA registered?

KS57 FHA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is KS57 FHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 FHA shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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