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KU58 KBO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,729 mi
Last recorded106,729 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 KBO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 106,729 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 104,367 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 101,472 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 98,414 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Mar 2023 98,289 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 94,157 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 91,899 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 87,196 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 26 Aug 2020 87,196 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 83,300 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 83,300 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 76,653 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 76,497 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 70,120 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads close to limit (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Undertrays fitted to vehicle

Pass 28 Jul 2016 62,829 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 54,085 miles

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 48,392 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2013 42,322 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 35,985 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 27,769 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 KBO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 KU58 KBO, 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 KBO registered?

KU58 KBO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is KU58 KBO safe to buy?

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