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KX58 YVL

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

122,041 mi
Last recorded122,041 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2013
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX58 YVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2013 122,041 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2013 122,041 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2012 100,184 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 100,184 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 78,826 miles

Unable to see all engine bay components due to large plastic upper and lower covers.

Fail 16 Aug 2011 78,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Unable to see all engine bay components due to large plastic upper and lower covers.

front brake discs moderately worn but not considered to be excessively weakened.

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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KX58 YVL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KX58 YVL, 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 KX58 YVL registered?

KX58 YVL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is KX58 YVL safe to buy?

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