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A13 SAB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,105 mi
Last recorded112,105 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 SAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 112,105 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 110,559 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

centre exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2024 109,640 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 108,559 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 107,273 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 106,473 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 106,165 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 103,940 miles

offside front tyre worn inner dge

Pass 13 Jun 2018 100,806 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 96,465 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 93,073 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 85,935 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 77,988 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2013 70,959 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 62,922 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 50,524 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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A13 SAB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A13 SAB, 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 A13 SAB registered?

A13 SAB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is A13 SAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 SAB shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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