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KV58 ZXS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

129,059 mi
Last recorded129,059 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 ZXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 129,059 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 128,162 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside side repeater lens deteriorated.

Fail 7 Jul 2025 128,157 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning stop lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside side repeater lens deteriorated.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 125,058 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2024 125,056 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded before hose runs behind wheel arch splash cover (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded before hose runs from n/s/r over rear subframe to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 114,280 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 114,280 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 104,348 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

undertrays fitted ,obstructing visual inspection

Fail 2 Feb 2022 104,348 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))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

undertrays fitted ,obstructing visual inspection

Pass 27 Feb 2021 96,796 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 96,786 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down and side to side movement (2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 83,987 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))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 73,334 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 73,334 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 68,991 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above rear subframe and diff (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 60,282 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 60,178 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 52,454 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 44,591 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 39,317 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 34,713 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 27,392 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 ZXS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 ZXS, 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 ZXS registered?

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

Is KV58 ZXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV58 ZXS shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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