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KV58 GHY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,278 mi
Last recorded42,278 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 GHY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 42,278 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2024 40,432 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 39,195 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2023 39,177 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened torsion bar mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 36,384 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 31,740 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 27,935 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 24,177 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 22,279 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 19,992 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 17,854 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 16,113 miles

Offside Front tyre BADLY worn on edges and has some sidewall damage.

Pass 28 Aug 2014 14,411 miles

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

O/S/F tyre wearing inside edge.

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 12,936 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 12,936 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 11,580 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 8,713 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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KV58 GHY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GHY, 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 KV58 GHY?

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What year was KV58 GHY registered?

KV58 GHY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is KV58 GHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV58 GHY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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