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KU08 ZGS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,349 mi
Last recorded49,349 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 ZGS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 49,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on edges

Fail 17 May 2018 49,269 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on edges

Pass 25 May 2017 43,171 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

under trays fitted

Pass 27 May 2016 37,462 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 32,643 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 28,709 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 28,709 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 26,460 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 21,961 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 17,955 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 ZGS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol 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 ZGS, 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 ZGS registered?

KU08 ZGS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is KU08 ZGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 ZGS 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.

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