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AC08 ESC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

53,472 mi
Last recorded53,472 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 ESC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 53,472 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 52,240 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 51,021 miles

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 28 Jul 2023 47,727 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 44,682 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 43,352 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 42,117 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 39,992 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 36,731 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 32,314 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 29,916 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 28,125 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 28,121 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 26,584 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 25,168 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 21,800 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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AC08 ESC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AC08 ESC, 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

How do I check the history of AC08 ESC?

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What year was AC08 ESC registered?

AC08 ESC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is AC08 ESC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 ESC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AC08 ESC have outstanding finance?

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