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KS57 GMX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

88,435 mi
Last recorded88,435 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 GMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 88,435 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 87,967 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both Sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2024 87,967 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both Sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2024 87,942 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights set to 0

Pass 13 Dec 2023 85,157 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 85,157 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Dec 2022 81,700 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 81,700 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 76,397 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2021 76,397 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 72,733 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 67,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn to outer edge.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn to inner edge.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 12 Jun 2019 67,689 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn to outer edge.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn to inner edge.. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 20 Jun 2018 61,619 miles

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

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

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2017 56,175 miles

advise off side rear tyre , tread wearing low , unevenly and perishing

advise smeary wiper operation

Pass 29 Jun 2016 50,008 miles

tray's fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2015 43,697 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has cut on outer side wall but not to cords

offside rear tyre on 3mm and cracking

Pass 5 Jun 2014 38,804 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 33,261 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 27,087 miles

Sidewalls perishing on front tyres

Pass 14 Jul 2011 20,802 miles

Front brake discs worn

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 16,804 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 GMX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GMX, 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

How do I check the history of KS57 GMX?

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What year was KS57 GMX registered?

KS57 GMX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is KS57 GMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 GMX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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