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A4 PYV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

80,248 mi
Last recorded80,248 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 PYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 80,248 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2025 74,523 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 68,606 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 63,524 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Jan 2022 58,729 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 51,708 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 43,737 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Jul 2018 40,435 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 36,684 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 33,082 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 30,395 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 27,967 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 24,174 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 20,311 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 17,850 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 17,404 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 17,402 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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A4 PYV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 A4 PYV, 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 A4 PYV registered?

A4 PYV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is A4 PYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 PYV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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