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BN08 OYY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,992 mi
Last recorded121,992 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 OYY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 121,992 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2020 121,591 miles

Brake pipe excessively damaged main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 103,453 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 80,524 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 80,523 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides x2 (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 56,633 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 38,888 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2015 34,059 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2014 28,174 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2013 22,807 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2012 16,842 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 13,017 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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BN08 OYY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BN08 OYY, 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.

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What year was BN08 OYY registered?

BN08 OYY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is BN08 OYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 OYY shows 12 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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