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SH08 KNG

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,339 mi
Last recorded75,339 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 KNG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 75,339 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 73,374 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Nov 2024 73,373 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 71,073 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2023 71,073 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 69,548 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 67,596 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 67,274 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 65,282 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 62,559 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 57,836 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 51,537 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2016 51,537 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 46,868 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2015 46,868 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 43,001 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 43,001 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 32,879 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Parking brake application uneven

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2012 27,021 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 27,021 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 19,338 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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SH08 KNG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SH08 KNG, 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 SH08 KNG registered?

SH08 KNG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is SH08 KNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 KNG shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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