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KU08 JNV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,905 mi
Last recorded92,905 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 JNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 92,905 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2026 92,905 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 92,561 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Water ingress (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged. Ply/Cord not exposed

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2025 92,561 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Water ingress (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged. Ply/Cord not exposed

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 91,941 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 91,478 miles

Exhaust system slightly corroded.

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 90,808 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 87,643 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 85,643 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 80,608 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 75,725 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Mar 2018 75,725 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 71,007 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 66,270 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 66,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 61,958 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 56,455 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 51,500 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 45,415 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 40,417 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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KU08 JNV 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 80%.

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 KU08 JNV, 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 KU08 JNV?

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What year was KU08 JNV registered?

KU08 JNV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is KU08 JNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 JNV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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