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BT08 AED

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,014 mi
Last recorded109,014 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 AED
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 109,014 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 31 May 2016 95,829 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 87,474 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 87,474 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 72,248 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 62,102 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 52,022 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 36,120 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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BT08 AED is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BT08 AED, 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 BT08 AED registered?

BT08 AED is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is BT08 AED safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 AED shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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