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AP08 VBZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,227 mi
Last recorded109,227 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 VBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2026 109,227 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2025 99,208 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 88,802 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 79,379 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 77,144 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 73,574 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 72,187 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 66,737 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 62,184 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 57,069 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 51,705 miles

child seat fitted rear seats

Pass 1 May 2015 49,041 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 45,633 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 37,366 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 32,258 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 26,295 miles

nsr tyre tread low on edges

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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AP08 VBZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AP08 VBZ, 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 AP08 VBZ registered?

AP08 VBZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is AP08 VBZ safe to buy?

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