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KW08 VLU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,017 mi
Last recorded91,017 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 VLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 91,017 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 76,078 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 70,294 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2022 70,294 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 70,291 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 63,995 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 58,984 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 54,214 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s/r and n/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2018 48,459 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 46,985 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 44,379 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 42,211 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 39,693 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 36,395 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 32,566 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 26,217 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 VLU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 VLU, 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 VLU registered?

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

Is KW08 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 VLU 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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