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KW08 VLD

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,047 mi
Last recorded101,047 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 101,047 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2025 98,509 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 96,395 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 96,395 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 92,526 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 92,526 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 87,183 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 87,181 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 82,386 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 78,437 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 74,663 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 69,604 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 64,604 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 60,139 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 55,830 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 50,822 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 43,332 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 43,303 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 May 2012 34,492 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2011 26,155 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 VLD 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 VLD, 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 VLD?

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What year was KW08 VLD registered?

KW08 VLD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is KW08 VLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 VLD 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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