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BJ08 XEW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,232 mi
Last recorded35,232 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 XEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 35,232 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2025 34,738 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 33,946 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 33,278 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 32,568 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 31,403 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 30,984 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 30,187 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 29,019 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 27,572 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 25,747 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 20,309 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 20,309 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 19,051 miles

Minnor age cracks appering in tread of front tyres

Pass 7 Jun 2013 16,986 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,676 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 121,404 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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BJ08 XEW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BJ08 XEW, 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 BJ08 XEW registered?

BJ08 XEW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is BJ08 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 XEW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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