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BG08 AAU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

201,925 mi
Last recorded201,925 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 AAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 201,925 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Oct 2024 194,652 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 188,164 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 181,816 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 175,648 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 170,742 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 159,126 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 151,153 miles

offside front tyre worn edges

Pass 27 Mar 2017 143,687 miles

NSF Fog lamp cracked

Nearside Rear Tyre close to legal limit

Pass 14 Apr 2016 135,973 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 135,973 miles

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 126,805 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2014 114,485 miles

OSF fog lamp not working

Fail 28 Mar 2014 114,485 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

OSF fog lamp not working

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 104,317 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 104,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 87,056 miles

offside drive shaft differential seal leaking

Pass 4 Apr 2011 60,074 miles

front brake discs and pads worn

rear brake discs and pads worn

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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BG08 AAU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BG08 AAU, 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 BG08 AAU?

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What year was BG08 AAU registered?

BG08 AAU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is BG08 AAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG08 AAU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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