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KW08 NBB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

137,651 mi
Last recorded137,651 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 137,651 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 137,651 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 May 2016 131,933 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 131,933 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 125,401 miles

deep cut in offside rear tyre

Fail 22 May 2015 125,401 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

deep cut in offside rear tyre

Fail 21 May 2014 117,388 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2014 117,388 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2013 109,122 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 84,100 miles

Drivers wiper starting to smear

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2011 57,110 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 57,107 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

dip beam appears to be dim

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 NBB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 KW08 NBB, 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 NBB registered?

KW08 NBB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is KW08 NBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 NBB shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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