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BR08 GCR

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,769 mi
Last recorded67,769 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBR08 GCR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2025 67,769 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 59,279 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 51,427 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 48,150 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 43,686 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 39,501 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 34,166 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 30,222 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 26,512 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 22,564 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 20,220 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 17,603 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 14,976 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 12,097 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 9,169 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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BR08 GCR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BR08 GCR, 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 BR08 GCR?

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What year was BR08 GCR registered?

BR08 GCR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is BR08 GCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BR08 GCR shows 15 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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