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KW08 VNK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

46,085 mi
Last recorded46,085 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 46,085 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 44,941 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 43,409 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 40,760 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 38,716 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 36,990 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 36,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Sub-frame likely to become detached as chalked (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 24 Sep 2019 35,153 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 33,648 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 33,648 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 31,953 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 29,980 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 29,980 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed o/s/f tyre bulge (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 27,899 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 25,355 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 22,523 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 19,299 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 19,299 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 15,917 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 VNK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VNK, 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 VNK registered?

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

Is KW08 VNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 VNK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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