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BO55 OXC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,212 mi
Last recorded100,212 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO55 OXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2024 100,212 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 99,795 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2022 98,970 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 97,659 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Apr 2021 97,659 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 96,453 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 95,170 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 84,614 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 73,545 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 73,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 62,311 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 49,794 miles

Nearside Front 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 3 Feb 2014 40,540 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 33,338 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 31 Jan 2013 33,338 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Nov 2011 22,516 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 21,029 miles

nearside rear fog light not working

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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BO55 OXC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BO55 OXC, 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 BO55 OXC?

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What year was BO55 OXC registered?

BO55 OXC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is BO55 OXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO55 OXC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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