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KU08 YXR

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Lpg 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,522 mi
Last recorded83,522 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 YXR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2018 83,522 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 76,502 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Mar 2017 76,502 miles

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 67,099 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 59,132 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 59,132 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 51,708 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Feb 2013 43,456 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 36,481 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2011 29,580 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 YXR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YXR, 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 YXR registered?

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

Is KU08 YXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 YXR shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KU08 YXR have outstanding finance?

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