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KW08 VKS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

76,444 mi
Last recorded76,444 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 VKS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 76,444 miles

off side both front wing and bumper damaged

Pass 28 Feb 2025 69,745 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 66,958 miles

Offside Front wing and bumper damaged with no sharp edge

Pass 28 Feb 2023 61,322 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 61,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 55,306 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 54,719 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Jul 2020 53,952 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 53,569 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 50,372 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 49,079 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 47,241 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 45,341 miles

under shields and Engine covers fitted obscuring certain components

Pass 23 Feb 2015 43,882 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 40,040 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2013 33,690 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F tyre wearing on outside edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2012 27,850 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jun 2011 20,287 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 VKS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 VKS, 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 VKS registered?

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

Is KW08 VKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 VKS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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