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KY08 KNL

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,283 mi
Last recorded20,283 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 KNL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2022 20,283 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 19,273 miles

Offside Front disc slight rusted

Nearside Front disc slight rusted

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 19,070 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty and corroded , lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread on 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

full under body covers / trays fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Mar 2018 18,464 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2018 18,464 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 17,464 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 17,208 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 15,492 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2013 12,896 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 11,089 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 9,717 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 KNL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KY08 KNL, 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 KY08 KNL registered?

KY08 KNL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is KY08 KNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 KNL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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