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AE08 TZW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,127 mi
Last recorded69,127 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 TZW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 69,127 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 62,009 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 54,422 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 49,665 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 44,842 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 41,310 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 39,409 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 39,048 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 38,210 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 36,750 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 36,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 33,061 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 29,044 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 22,305 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 14,341 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 7,934 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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AE08 TZW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,996cc 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 AE08 TZW, 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 AE08 TZW registered?

AE08 TZW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is AE08 TZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 TZW 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 AE08 TZW have outstanding finance?

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