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A4 RAV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,028 mi
Last recorded80,028 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 RAV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 80,028 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 78,353 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 27 Jun 2024 76,689 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 73,106 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 69,417 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 68,443 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 67,642 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 63,225 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 58,073 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 58,071 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 53,396 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 48,833 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 44,044 miles

both offside tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 12 Apr 2013 36,316 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front wheel badly damaged

rear tyres perished

Pass 12 Apr 2013 36,316 miles

nearside front wheel badly damaged

rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Apr 2012 31,710 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 31,709 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 23,049 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front 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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A4 RAV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RAV, 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 RAV registered?

A4 RAV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is A4 RAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A4 RAV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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