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KU08 LXD

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

134,910 mi
Last recorded134,910 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 LXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 134,910 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 133,062 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 133,058 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 129,507 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 125,163 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 19 Nov 2022 125,151 miles

Emissions not tested too much smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing from the flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded innerwing from the flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 111,743 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 109,991 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 107,939 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 107,939 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 104,472 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2017 96,829 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 91,243 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 86,358 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 82,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2013 70,459 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2013 70,454 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 56,346 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 56,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 43,241 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 28,168 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 28,166 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 LXD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KU08 LXD, 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 KU08 LXD registered?

KU08 LXD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is KU08 LXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 LXD shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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