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KT08 EFC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

70,290 mi
Last recorded70,290 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 EFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2018 70,290 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 62,480 miles

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

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2015 51,833 miles

Engine covers fitted

O/S/F tyre worn on outer edge 225/45/17

O/S/R tyre 3mm 245/45/17

Under trays fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2014 42,180 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 42,180 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake disc in bad condition

o/s/rear side light not working one of two

Pass 3 Jan 2014 34,279 miles

Both rear tyres close to legal limit 245/40/17

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2013 24,097 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Jun 2012 21,995 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 21 Jun 2011 16,707 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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KT08 EFC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KT08 EFC, 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 KT08 EFC registered?

KT08 EFC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is KT08 EFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT08 EFC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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