CarVerify

Free Car Check

KY08 WDD

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

150,471 mi
Last recorded150,471 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 WDD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 150,471 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 132,177 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 20 May 2024 123,417 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 May 2024 123,328 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 May 2023 115,175 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2022 106,240 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 104,359 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding (lack of use) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding (lack of use) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 102,811 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 101,967 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 97,806 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 88,582 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 81,390 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 70,965 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 45,856 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 48,585 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 38,932 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 28,534 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KY08 WDD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 WDD, 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 WDD?

You can check the full history of KY08 WDD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KY08 WDD registered?

KY08 WDD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is KY08 WDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 WDD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KY08 WDD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KY08 WDD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.