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KV08 MVH

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

114,865 mi
Last recorded114,865 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 MVH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 114,865 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Nov 2025 114,865 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to back (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 100,409 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 91,496 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 82,787 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Oct 2021 74,174 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 69,072 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 63,244 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 50,835 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 39,934 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 38,620 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 35,699 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 32,909 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 29,866 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 27,247 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 24,158 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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KV08 MVH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KV08 MVH, 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 KV08 MVH registered?

KV08 MVH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KV08 MVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 MVH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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