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KT08 ZXS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

76,193 mi
Last recorded76,193 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2026 76,193 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 70,512 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 64,737 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 61,761 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 58,096 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 46,791 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front and Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 34,481 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 33,780 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 33,140 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 21 Oct 2016 32,428 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 30,331 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 28,078 miles

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage

Fail 4 Jul 2013 26,960 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 26,960 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,499 miles

Front bumper insecure

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 20 Jun 2011 23,914 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 ZXS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 ZXS, 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 ZXS?

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What year was KT08 ZXS registered?

KT08 ZXS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is KT08 ZXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT08 ZXS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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