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KT08 GGP

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

156,874 mi
Last recorded156,874 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 GGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 156,874 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 146,811 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 137,833 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 14 Nov 2023 137,820 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 127,788 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge and central tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 123,689 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 123,494 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 114,944 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2020 110,382 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2020 110,372 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 104,205 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 98,147 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 87,965 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 77,115 miles

engine and floor coverings fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Mar 2015 64,816 miles

nearside front tyre has worn outer edge

offside front tyre has worn inner edge

Pass 5 Mar 2014 51,445 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 38,364 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 27,686 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 19,551 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 19,394 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)

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 GGP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GGP, 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 GGP registered?

KT08 GGP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is KT08 GGP safe to buy?

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