CarVerify

Free Car Check

AX08 NLC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

64,491 mi
Last recorded64,491 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 NLC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 64,491 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2026 64,488 miles

Windscreen washer not working Both. (3.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 62,677 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 60,203 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 56,618 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 55,269 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 55,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded near brake hose joint (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn only half of the surface being used (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded near brake hose joint (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively on the limit (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2021 51,638 miles

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

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

Slight corrosion to front and rear brake discs

Pass 1 Jun 2020 50,698 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 50,697 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2019 48,650 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2019 48,650 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipes x2 (1.1.11 (c))

NSR headlamp leveling device snapped.

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2018 46,492 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded near brake hose union (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded near brake hose union on border line (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded near fuel tank pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded near brake hose union (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 May 2017 43,602 miles

all 4 brake pipes slighty rusty

Pass 23 May 2016 41,133 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded/lipped

Pass 28 May 2015 37,429 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 37,429 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 May 2014 32,201 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 28,345 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2012 22,691 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 19,146 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AX08 NLC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX08 NLC, 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 AX08 NLC?

You can check the full history of AX08 NLC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AX08 NLC registered?

AX08 NLC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is AX08 NLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 NLC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AX08 NLC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AX08 NLC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.