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KW57 DFF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,005 mi
Last recorded51,005 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW57 DFF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 51,005 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 50,032 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 49,039 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 49,037 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 47,902 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 46,455 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 46,455 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

both front tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 2 Feb 2021 44,934 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 43,741 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 42,622 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 41,267 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 40,311 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 39,414 miles

Offside Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 37,758 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 34,896 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 32,367 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 30,448 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 28,353 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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KW57 DFF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KW57 DFF, 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.

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What year was KW57 DFF registered?

KW57 DFF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is KW57 DFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW57 DFF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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