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KW08 APF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,839 mi
Last recorded152,839 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 APF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 152,839 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 150,674 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 146,012 miles

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

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

under tray fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2020 138,335 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 129,557 miles

255 35 18 rear tyres, 255 40 18 front tyres

Pass 29 Aug 2018 118,908 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 118,830 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 106,975 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 106,819 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 95,016 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn on outer & inner edges and inner sidewall perished

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also has a nail (4.1.E.1)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 26 Jun 2015 83,799 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 11 Jun 2014 69,875 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 54,202 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 54,042 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2012 43,351 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 30,284 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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KW08 APF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KW08 APF, 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.

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What year was KW08 APF registered?

KW08 APF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is KW08 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 APF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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