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A8 FFG

2010 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

134,535 mi
Last recorded134,535 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz C77,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 FFG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 134,535 miles
Fail 5 May 2026 134,535 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 131,198 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 128,115 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 128,112 miles

Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 126,226 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 123,938 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 120,109 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 120,098 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 118,382 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 118,360 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 116,391 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 114,681 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 102,803 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges.

No smoke detected.

Windscreen damaged.

Pass 20 Oct 2014 82,683 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

windscreen has slight damage.

Pass 29 Oct 2013 56,977 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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A8 FFG is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 77,192 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 A8 FFG, 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 16 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 A8 FFG registered?

A8 FFG is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 November 2010.

Is A8 FFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 FFG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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