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KU58 GKZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

73,459 mi
Last recorded73,459 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 GKZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 73,459 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

chip to windscreen

Pass 26 Mar 2025 72,840 miles

Chip to windscreen

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears corroded visible underneath side trim nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Mar 2025 72,830 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Chip to windscreen

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears corroded visible underneath side trim nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 71,513 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides suspension arms furthest forwards the bushes are perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in the screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2024 71,513 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides suspension arms furthest forwards the bushes are perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in the screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 69,049 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 65,890 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES HAS WEATHER CRACKS

Fail 13 Jan 2022 65,890 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing lense (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater likely to become detached lense (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 62,778 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 60,323 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 60,319 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 58,802 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 56,391 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 52,896 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 48,358 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 44,210 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 39,286 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 33,348 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 29,625 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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KU58 GKZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KU58 GKZ, 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 KU58 GKZ registered?

KU58 GKZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2008.

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The MOT history for KU58 GKZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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