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A848 RAT

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,155 mi
Last recorded126,155 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA848 RAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 126,155 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 120,065 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 120,064 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 112,952 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 105,145 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 96,609 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 94,282 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2019 92,200 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 88,979 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 80,693 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2016 72,868 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 66,442 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 60,143 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 60,105 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 49,646 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 40,275 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 28,565 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 25,869 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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A848 RAT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A848 RAT, 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 A848 RAT registered?

A848 RAT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is A848 RAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A848 RAT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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