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BF08 FXO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,988 mi
Last recorded106,988 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 FXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 106,988 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 106,980 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 106,636 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 105,081 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 101,110 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2022 101,108 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 94,912 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 91,166 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 83,494 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 75,714 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 68,497 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 61,042 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 64,036 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 49,063 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 38,426 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 30,589 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 22,505 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 17,782 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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BF08 FXO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel 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 BF08 FXO, 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 BF08 FXO registered?

BF08 FXO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is BF08 FXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 FXO 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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