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KW57 AMK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,847 mi
Last recorded81,847 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW57 AMK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2018 81,847 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 81,847 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play cross strut (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 74,351 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 66,143 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 59,762 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 55,551 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 50,774 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 46,034 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 39,915 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 32,121 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 32,100 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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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KW57 AMK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KW57 AMK, 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 KW57 AMK registered?

KW57 AMK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 February 2008.

Is KW57 AMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW57 AMK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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