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AE08 TXN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,366 mi
Last recorded102,366 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 TXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 102,366 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 98,147 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 94,428 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 90,441 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 85,688 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 85,688 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 81,999 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 78,848 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 75,573 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2018 75,573 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 72,859 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 68,203 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 63,224 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 58,312 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

engine management light on

Pass 23 Oct 2013 52,580 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 45,091 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 77,484 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 71,317 miles

Casterarm bushes perishing

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Undertays fitted

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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AE08 TXN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc 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 AE08 TXN, 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 AE08 TXN?

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What year was AE08 TXN registered?

AE08 TXN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AE08 TXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 TXN 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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