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KW08 VKE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

144,921 mi
Last recorded144,921 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2024 144,921 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns and os by wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 140,447 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

under covers fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2022 135,649 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 115,267 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 109,735 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 100,224 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 100,224 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 82,566 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Feb 2017 67,343 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 67,343 miles

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 58,354 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 47,506 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 45,845 miles

all 4 tyres cracked & perished

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2013 40,687 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 36,269 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 29,736 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 VKE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VKE, 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 VKE registered?

KW08 VKE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is KW08 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 VKE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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