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B19 RCW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

145,599 mi
Last recorded145,599 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 RCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 145,599 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2025 142,057 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 134,986 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 134,912 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 125,648 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 125,648 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 118,311 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 111,982 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 102,383 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 97,403 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 88,007 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 78,872 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 70,877 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 62,553 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 53,371 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 44,303 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 35,207 miles

n/s/r tyre worn and has nail

Pass 31 Aug 2011 26,229 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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B19 RCW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B19 RCW, 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 B19 RCW registered?

B19 RCW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is B19 RCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 RCW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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