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KU58 OYM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,035 mi
Last recorded121,035 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 OYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2026 121,035 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2025 120,894 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 120,354 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 115,861 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 110,045 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 104,474 miles

Front brake pads getting low

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Boot Perished/cracking (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear brake pads getting low

Fail 7 Oct 2021 104,474 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front brake pads getting low

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Boot Perished/cracking (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 12 Oct 2020 100,865 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 100,865 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 97,370 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 93,613 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 93,539 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 90,292 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 87,232 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 83,376 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 79,601 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 75,452 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 71,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 71,357 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 63,133 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 OYM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 OYM, 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 OYM registered?

KU58 OYM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is KU58 OYM safe to buy?

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