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KS57 HHV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,023 mi
Last recorded94,023 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 94,023 miles

Front wipers slightly smearing screen

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 83,680 miles

front tyres worn bald inner and outer edges

front tyres worn to 3mm

windscreen scratched in zone (a) but not effecting drivers view

Fail 9 Mar 2015 83,680 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front tyres worn bald inner and outer edges

front tyres worn to 3mm

windscreen scratched in zone (a) but not effecting drivers view

Pass 23 Oct 2013 71,727 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Slight oil leak around airbox

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Oct 2013 71,727 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Slight oil leak around airbox

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 61,737 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

off side front wing trim loose

vacuum pipe worn on air cleaner pipe

Fail 30 Oct 2012 61,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

off side front wing trim loose

vacuum pipe worn on air cleaner pipe

Pass 2 Feb 2012 55,181 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 42,230 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 HHV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 HHV, 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 HHV registered?

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

Is KS57 HHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 HHV shows 9 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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