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KY08 WCV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,550 mi
Last recorded75,550 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 WCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 75,550 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 75,121 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 73,312 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 73,312 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 71,651 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 69,667 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 68,038 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 63,138 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 8 Jun 2018 62,060 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 58,073 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Jun 2013 53,836 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 53,836 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 53,275 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 51,035 miles

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

nearside rear tyre valve leaking

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 WCV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WCV, 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

How do I check the history of KY08 WCV?

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What year was KY08 WCV registered?

KY08 WCV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is KY08 WCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 WCV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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