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PE08 KNO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

188,202 mi
Last recorded188,202 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 KNO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 188,202 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2023 188,202 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 187,746 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 181,868 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear arm, outer ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 166,285 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 165,495 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 151,643 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 133,441 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 20 Sep 2012 124,698 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 124,698 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 92,461 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front and rear number plates poor

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)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 92,461 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front and rear number plates poor

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)

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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PE08 KNO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PE08 KNO, 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 PE08 KNO registered?

PE08 KNO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is PE08 KNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE08 KNO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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