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KW08 KYJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

56,150 mi
Last recorded56,150 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 KYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 56,150 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 52,968 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 50,216 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 47,839 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 45,384 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 44,243 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 44,243 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 May 2019 42,170 miles

Nearside Front tyres wear on edges

Offside Front tyres wear on edges

Pass 28 Apr 2018 39,711 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE AND CRACKING OUTER THREAD PATTERN ( JUST LEGAL )

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN OUTER EDGE

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

Pass 24 May 2017 37,787 miles

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 May 2016 35,012 miles

Under tray present impeding inspection of certain components.

Pass 26 May 2015 32,279 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 30,263 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 27,315 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2012 24,671 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 21,699 miles

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

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

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 KYJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KYJ, 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 KW08 KYJ?

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What year was KW08 KYJ registered?

KW08 KYJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is KW08 KYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 KYJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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