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KW08 NSV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

184,426 mi
Last recorded184,426 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 NSV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 184,426 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 169,485 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Dust cover also split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 156,912 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 145,549 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2021 145,549 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 135,209 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 128,206 miles

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 17 Dec 2018 119,702 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 119,702 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 97,407 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 85,489 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 79,045 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 75,411 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 75,411 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 May 2014 68,684 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 59,045 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 48,155 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 36,690 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2011 36,690 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 NSV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 NSV, 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 NSV registered?

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

Is KW08 NSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 NSV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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