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KT08 GFX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

121,894 mi
Last recorded121,894 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 GFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 121,894 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 28 May 2025 116,602 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion forming on both braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion forming on both braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 May 2025 116,592 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured Inner bead rim by a previous repair (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion forming on both braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion forming on both braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Belts of child seat checked ()

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 107,231 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2024 107,231 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 May 2023 99,197 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 29 Apr 2023 98,675 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre fitted inside out

Pass 5 May 2022 90,754 miles

Rear Lower Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 May 2022 90,754 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 May 2022 90,666 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel fractured Rim cracked - marked with chalk (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Lower Lower bumper trim loose

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning NS mirror indicator last bulb inoperative (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 80,224 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2021 80,224 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 May 2020 69,545 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 69,545 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2019 59,807 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 59,788 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2018 51,556 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 43,248 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 36,333 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 34,552 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 34,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 32,168 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 27,440 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 21,684 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 21,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 20,213 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 GFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 KT08 GFX, 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.

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What year was KT08 GFX registered?

KT08 GFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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