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KY58 CVB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

210,927 mi
Last recorded210,927 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY58 CVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2025 210,927 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 204,388 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 202,867 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Under tray covers fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2023 202,867 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Under tray covers fitted

Fail 28 Oct 2022 197,356 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 180,023 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2021 180,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

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

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 162,896 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2019 150,785 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 137,001 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 136,993 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working mirrior repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle also parking brake snatching on offside rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded metal pipe entering into brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2015 122,510 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2014 96,447 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2013 77,351 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 59,916 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 59,916 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 40,649 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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KY58 CVB 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 70.6%.

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 KY58 CVB, 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 KY58 CVB registered?

KY58 CVB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 September 2008.

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