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KY58 CXB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,874 mi
Last recorded125,874 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY58 CXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 125,874 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL AROUND (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 124,423 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 122,834 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 122,755 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 121,615 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 121,615 miles

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 119,805 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 117,333 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 117,333 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 113,876 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 111,517 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 109,125 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 93,787 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 76,968 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 63,572 miles

Brake pedal rubber starting to split

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 14 Jul 2014 50,281 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 38,304 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

nearside front tyre outter wall deteriorating

Fail 24 Jul 2013 38,304 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

nearside front tyre outter wall deteriorating

Pass 8 Jun 2012 21,826 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2011 10,117 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 CXB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KY58 CXB, 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 KY58 CXB registered?

KY58 CXB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is KY58 CXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY58 CXB shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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