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KU08 YTM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

123,401 mi
Last recorded123,401 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 YTM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 123,401 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Nov 2015 123,400 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 110,964 miles

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

osf parking light inop

Fail 1 Dec 2014 110,610 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

osf parking light inop

Fail 2 Dec 2013 97,656 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front tyre splitting

rear brake pipes slight corrosion

Pass 2 Dec 2013 97,656 miles

offside front tyre splitting

rear brake pipes slight corrosion

Pass 21 Nov 2012 83,550 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 66,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside front tyre sidewall damage and tyre worn close to legal limit

Pass 22 Nov 2011 66,834 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall damage and tyre worn close to legal limit

Pass 23 Nov 2010 49,015 miles

All brake pads approx 65-70% worn....

Slight kerb damage to nearside front, nearside rear and offside rear tyres....

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 YTM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YTM, 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 YTM?

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What year was KU08 YTM registered?

KU08 YTM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KU08 YTM safe to buy?

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