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KV08 XMY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,236 mi
Last recorded54,236 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 54,236 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 53,759 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 53,334 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 52,800 miles

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 2 Apr 2022 52,288 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2021 51,422 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 50,713 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2020 50,709 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 47,090 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 27 Mar 2018 43,045 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 40,088 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 36,565 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 33,175 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 33,171 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 28,968 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 25,749 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2013 25,749 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2012 23,547 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 23,547 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 20,687 miles

both rear tyres 3to4mm tread

small cut in side wall near side front tyre

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 XMY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 KV08 XMY, 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

How do I check the history of KV08 XMY?

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What year was KV08 XMY registered?

KV08 XMY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is KV08 XMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 XMY shows 20 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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