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KV58 GHN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

132,079 mi
Last recorded132,079 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 GHN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 132,079 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 129,139 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 129,139 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 126,604 miles

engine cover/under tray/under floor covers fitted

Fail 4 Oct 2021 126,601 miles

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

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

engine cover/under tray/under floor covers fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2020 124,520 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Has been driven on flat. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 122,090 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rears and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 122,090 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rears and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 117,696 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre has been driven on flat. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2017 112,792 miles

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 106,839 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 100,971 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded left to right (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 May 2015 100,759 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 100,758 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 81,720 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 79,853 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 72,556 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 54,160 miles

brake fluid low in res.

o/s/f head light output lower than n/s (pattern o k)

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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KV58 GHN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KV58 GHN, 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 KV58 GHN registered?

KV58 GHN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 November 2008.

Is KV58 GHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV58 GHN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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