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KU08 WAO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,259 mi
Last recorded66,259 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 WAO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 66,259 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 66,257 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. different size to offside rear (5.2.3 (b))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 59,892 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 53,716 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 47,866 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 43,944 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2022 43,944 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 42,424 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 40,959 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 37,768 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 34,584 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 31,227 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 27,903 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 24,392 miles

nearside front tyre is slightly damaged on the sidewall and slightly worn on outer edge.

Pass 28 Feb 2014 21,306 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 17,832 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 14,729 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 10,874 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 WAO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WAO, 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 WAO registered?

KU08 WAO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is KU08 WAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 WAO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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