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KS57 PFD

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,010 mi
Last recorded118,010 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 PFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 118,010 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2020 92,240 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 80,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Light 50% working

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

Fail 1 Jun 2019 80,755 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Light 50% working

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 66,468 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit continental 245/40/17 @ 2.65mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 62,897 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 59,741 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 56,694 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 51,727 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Jul 2014 51,727 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2013 45,004 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 38,208 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 PFD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 PFD, 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 PFD registered?

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

Is KS57 PFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 PFD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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