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KU08 YZF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,957 mi
Last recorded49,957 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2014
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 YZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2014 49,957 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

off side front tyre has cracks in inside wall but not deep enough to reach cords.

Pass 18 Apr 2013 22,340 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

o/s/f o/s/r and n/s/r tyre outer wall weak/cuts

Pass 7 Mar 2012 21,139 miles

offside...front...sidewall cracked

Fail 23 Feb 2011 19,136 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 19,136 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 YZF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 YZF, 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 YZF registered?

KU08 YZF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is KU08 YZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 YZF shows 5 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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