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KW08 TSU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,535 mi
Last recorded31,535 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 31,535 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 31,243 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 30,815 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement castor arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 30,123 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2022 29,555 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 28,783 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 28,295 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 27,302 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 27,302 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 26,716 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 26,716 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 25,261 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 24,521 miles

all four tyres starting to crack on edge of tread

Pass 26 Jun 2015 23,310 miles

condensation in nearside indicator repeater lamp

Pass 9 Jun 2014 22,332 miles

front tyres have cracks/perishing to outer tread

rear tyres have slight cracks/perishing to outer tread

Pass 21 Jun 2013 20,946 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Jun 2012 19,688 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 18,313 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 TSU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TSU, 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 TSU registered?

KW08 TSU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is KW08 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 TSU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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