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KY08 FTJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

120,106 mi
Last recorded120,106 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 FTJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 120,106 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 108,510 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 102,576 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 102,576 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 95,103 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 84,546 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 77,116 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

eml on

passenger air bag off

Pass 17 Mar 2015 77,091 miles

EML on

Pass 20 Feb 2014 65,040 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 65,040 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 53,310 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 40,788 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 28,420 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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KY08 FTJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 KY08 FTJ, 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 KY08 FTJ registered?

KY08 FTJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KY08 FTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 FTJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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