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BL08 UNK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,165 mi
Last recorded125,165 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 UNK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2020 125,165 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 119,419 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 107,472 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 92,624 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 82,714 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 76,595 miles

brake pipes greased

Pass 23 Jul 2014 67,596 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

partial inspection on rear seat belts child seats fitted.

Pass 9 Jul 2013 55,886 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jun 2012 44,484 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jun 2011 39,640 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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BL08 UNK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL08 UNK, 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 BL08 UNK registered?

BL08 UNK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is BL08 UNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL08 UNK shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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