BT08 KFN

2008 MERCEDES — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
MERCEDES
Year
2008
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
BLACK
Engine
1992 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
12 January 2027 (212 days away)
Last recorded mileage
21,109 mi

AI verdict AVOID 38/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2008 Mercedes has 21 MOT tests on record with a 71% pass rate and 21,109 miles. The vehicle's age and mileage trajectory also present significant risks.

The mileage trajectory shows normal usage until 2022, then a significant drop to 2,468 miles in the last 12 months, indicating a clear change in usage or potential underlying issues.

Things to check

  • AUTO-FLAGGED: DANGEROUS defect (Dec 2024): Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DANGEROUS defect: Brakes failed on 2026-01-12, indicating a critical safety issue.
  • DANGEROUS defect: Suspension failed on 2026-01-12, pointing to severe structural neglect.
  • Recurring major failures: Brakes, Suspension, and Steering have repeated failures across 13 tests.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 6 historical failures
  • Valid MOT until 2027-01-12, providing immediate peace of mind.
  • Consistent mileage history prior to 2022, suggesting regular use.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering.

Mileage history

Jun 2011: 21,109 mi PASSJun 2012: 29,354 mi PASSJun 2013: 37,138 mi PASSMay 2014: 44,215 mi PASSJun 2015: 50,591 mi PASSMay 2016: 58,334 mi FAILMay 2016: 58,334 mi PASSJun 2017: 70,524 mi PASSJun 2018: 83,955 mi FAILJun 2018: 83,956 mi PASSJun 2019: 104,000 mi PASSDec 2020: 123,793 mi PASSDec 2021: 130,950 mi PASSDec 2022: 135,375 mi FAILDec 2022: 135,380 mi PASSDec 2023: 138,571 mi FAILDec 2023: 138,571 mi PASSDec 2024: 141,414 mi FAILJan 2025: 141,428 mi PASSJan 2026: 143,896 mi FAILJan 2026: 143,896 mi PASS144k83k21kJun 2011Jan 2026

MOT test history — 15/21 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jun 2011 PASS 21,109 mi None recorded
Jun 2012 PASS 29,354 mi None recorded
Jun 2013 PASS 37,138 mi None recorded
May 2014 PASS 44,215 mi
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
ADVISORY Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
USER ENTERED Nearside front tyre worn low on outer edge.
USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Jun 2015 PASS 50,591 mi
ADVISORY brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
USER ENTERED osf headlight slightly dull
May 2016 FAIL 58,334 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
May 2016 PASS 58,334 mi None recorded
Jun 2017 PASS 70,524 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
ADVISORY Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 3mm + bald on edges (4.1.E.1)
Jun 2018 FAIL 83,955 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
MAJOR Nearside Front Steering arm modification unsafe Excessive play (2.1.3 (f) (i))
Jun 2018 PASS 83,956 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Jun 2019 PASS 104,000 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
ADVISORY park brake very little reserve travel.
ADVISORY Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Dec 2020 PASS 123,793 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Dec 2021 PASS 130,950 mi
ADVISORY O\S washer slightly weak
ADVISORY Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
ADVISORY Slight free play @ steering wheel
Dec 2022 FAIL 135,375 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Dec 2022 PASS 135,380 mi None recorded
Dec 2023 FAIL 138,571 mi
MAJOR Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
MAJOR Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
MAJOR Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
MINOR Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
MAJOR Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Dec 2023 PASS 138,571 mi
MINOR Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Dec 2024 FAIL 141,414 mi
ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
MAJOR Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Slight damage to O\S Screen
MINOR Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
MAJOR Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
DANGEROUS Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
Jan 2025 PASS 141,428 mi
ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Slight damage to O\S Screen
MINOR Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
Jan 2026 FAIL 143,896 mi
MAJOR Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
MAJOR Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
MAJOR Brake performance unable to be tested Fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
MAJOR Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
MINOR Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Jan 2026 PASS 143,896 mi
ADVISORY Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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