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A9 AFH

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,472 mi
Last recorded51,472 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 AFH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 51,472 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 42,933 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 38,972 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 31,733 miles

Offside Front side repeater lens cracked

Pass 16 Mar 2022 29,086 miles

Offside Front repeat flasher lens broken

Pass 1 Apr 2021 27,377 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 26,738 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 26,738 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door mirror damaged sharp edge. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear tyres through to the cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2019 24,357 miles

both rear tyres cracking and perishing

Pass 3 Apr 2018 21,241 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 16,752 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 15,806 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 13,970 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2014 11,932 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 9,685 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 6,534 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2012 6,534 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 3,078 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 3,050 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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A9 AFH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 A9 AFH, 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 A9 AFH registered?

A9 AFH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is A9 AFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 AFH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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