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KT08 TSX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

124,798 mi
Last recorded124,798 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 TSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 124,798 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2023 124,798 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 122,648 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 122,640 miles

Exhaust system insecure center clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 116,617 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 112,979 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 112,971 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 104,905 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 97,719 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 97,712 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 90,126 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 86,851 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 77,087 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 68,761 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2013 60,976 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2012 54,396 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jun 2011 40,181 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 40,181 miles

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

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 TSX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 TSX, 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

How do I check the history of KT08 TSX?

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What year was KT08 TSX registered?

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

Is KT08 TSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT08 TSX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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