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KW08 GVK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

137,689 mi
Last recorded137,689 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 GVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 137,689 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 127,409 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both drop links slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 116,764 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 109,405 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 101,606 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 95,275 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2019 88,907 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 88,907 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 86,788 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 84,167 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 82,990 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 76,942 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 68,853 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jul 2014 68,853 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jun 2013 64,276 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 56,591 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 44,229 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 44,229 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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 GVK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GVK, 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 KW08 GVK registered?

KW08 GVK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is KW08 GVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 GVK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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