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KW08 VDR

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,145 mi
Last recorded77,145 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 77,145 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2026 77,145 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 74,416 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 74,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2024 71,383 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 68,347 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 65,417 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 61,892 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 61,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2020 59,331 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 56,055 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 51,730 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 48,381 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 45,096 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)

Pass 5 May 2015 41,740 miles

rear tyres 3mm

Pass 13 May 2014 35,683 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 30,721 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 22,045 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2012 22,045 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 16,985 miles

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 VDR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VDR, 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 VDR?

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What year was KW08 VDR registered?

KW08 VDR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is KW08 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 VDR shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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