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AP08 CXG

2008 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

173,078 mi
Last recorded173,078 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz E90,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 CXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 173,078 miles

Both headlamps damaged and slightly insecure with bonnet open , do not move with bonnet shut , aim is correct

Front Front bumper damaged and slightly insecure , not likely to detach

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2025 162,408 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))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 146,860 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 1 Jul 2024 146,731 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 139,277 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 139,276 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 126,910 miles

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

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))

Offside head light washer not working

Offside reverse light lens damage

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

Fail 15 Jun 2022 126,841 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside head light washer not working

Offside reverse light lens damage

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 122,874 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 114,264 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 107,611 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 103,936 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 27 May 2017 97,394 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 97,394 miles

Registration plate lamp not working Both rear (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 82,530 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 67,337 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 18 Dec 2013 53,948 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 18 Dec 2013 53,948 miles

Nearside Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 39,010 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2012 39,009 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 May 2012 33,344 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 24,925 miles

vehicle presented with both rear rows of seats in the stowed position so not allowing for inspection of any of the rear seat belts

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?

Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
7,127
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
435,734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132,731
Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,433
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 41,321
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 39,376
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37,959
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AP08 CXG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 90,800 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132,731 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP08 CXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz E typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP08 CXG registered?

AP08 CXG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is AP08 CXG safe to buy?

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