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BF08 HBA

2008 Mercedes-benz E

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,010 mi
Last recorded155,010 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz E90,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 HBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2024 155,010 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2024 138,222 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Mar 2023 129,787 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 122,972 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 114,577 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 107,468 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 93,562 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 82,459 miles

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

exhaust back box clamp corroding

Pass 14 Mar 2018 82,459 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 70,360 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 56,615 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 42,835 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 38,262 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 31,099 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 24,516 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 18,823 miles

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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BF08 HBA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E in Grey 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 E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 90,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BF08 HBA, 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 BF08 HBA registered?

BF08 HBA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 14 March 2008.

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