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AGU 980N

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

89,412 mi
Last recorded89,412 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGU 980N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 89,412 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 82,869 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 82,869 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 73,846 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2023 73,846 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 69,486 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 65,233 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 61,158 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2019 58,157 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 53,786 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 50,535 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 46,562 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside + nearside (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Dec 2016 46,562 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside + nearside (3.5.1i)

Offside Outer Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 42,408 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 37,426 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 26 Nov 2013 32,143 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 27,700 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 22,587 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 22,582 miles

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

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

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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AGU 980N is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AGU 980N, 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 AGU 980N?

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What year was AGU 980N registered?

AGU 980N is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 November 2008.

Is AGU 980N safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGU 980N shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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