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KS57 GSV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,798 mi
Last recorded87,798 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 GSV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2026 87,798 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 68,223 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 66,685 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 62,412 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 61,502 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 59,252 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 57,356 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 54,593 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 50,394 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 45,963 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 43,091 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 40,453 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 36,884 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 34,088 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 30,510 miles

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

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

advise n/s front tyre has minor outer sidewall damage monitor

advise on condition of front brake discs reccomend replacement along with brake pads

advise service warning light is on over due most of the above items are service related

advise tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 23 Mar 2011 26,153 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 GSV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KS57 GSV, 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 GSV?

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What year was KS57 GSV registered?

KS57 GSV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is KS57 GSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 GSV shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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