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KW08 VHR

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

177,238 mi
Last recorded177,238 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 VHR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2021 177,238 miles

Nearside Front slight body damage

Rear p-brake has travel requires adjustment/repair

Pass 28 Sep 2019 170,016 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 144,127 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 144,127 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 118,531 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 82,861 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 82,861 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 61,788 miles

front inner brake pads wearing slightly low

Pass 1 Jul 2014 52,811 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 43,522 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 34,648 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 23,630 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 VHR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 VHR, 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 VHR registered?

KW08 VHR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is KW08 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 VHR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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