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AC51 DAS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

90,834 mi
Last recorded90,834 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC51 DAS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 90,834 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2024 87,537 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2023 82,136 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 76,565 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 115,121 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 67,482 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 63,937 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 61,134 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 57,794 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 20 Sep 2016 53,839 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 51,433 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 44,060 miles

Blades wearing.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f wheel arch liner broken, rear section.

Fail 29 Sep 2014 44,060 miles

Blades wearing.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f wheel arch liner broken, rear section.

Pass 20 Sep 2013 35,377 miles

Slight outer sidewall damage, small cracks in inner sidewall

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre wearing thin on outer edge and is slighty perishing

Pass 28 Sep 2012 28,640 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 20,507 miles

N/s indicator repeator lamp dim.

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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AC51 DAS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 AC51 DAS, 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 AC51 DAS?

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What year was AC51 DAS registered?

AC51 DAS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is AC51 DAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC51 DAS 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.

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