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KV58 LKA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

121,183 mi
Last recorded121,183 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 LKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 121,183 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 121,183 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 100,970 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021 100,970 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 97,973 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 97,850 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 96,335 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2019 96,335 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 88,190 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all brake pipes have been coated in grease

offside wiper blade is smearing the screen, but does not affect its performance

Pass 15 May 2017 139,400 miles

Offside Front wiper is smearing the screen and is juddering

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all brake pipes have been coated at the ends with grease

Fail 15 May 2017 139,399 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front wiper is smearing the screen and is juddering

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all brake pipes have been coated at the ends with grease

Pass 17 May 2016 78,214 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 67,888 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 55,612 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 54,247 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 48,072 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 40,508 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 36,810 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 LKA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LKA, 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 LKA registered?

KV58 LKA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 September 2008.

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The MOT history for KV58 LKA shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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