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BN08 XZJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

187,609 mi
Last recorded187,609 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 XZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2020 187,609 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 180,616 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner facias (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 16 Jun 2017 165,559 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (4.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (4.2.B.1a)

Pass 24 May 2016 143,652 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 May 2016 143,652 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 120,412 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 114,115 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 97,950 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 97,950 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 95,390 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 79,803 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 XZJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XZJ, 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 BN08 XZJ registered?

BN08 XZJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is BN08 XZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 XZJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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