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BTS 86

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,740 mi
Last recorded69,740 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTS 86
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 69,740 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 66,557 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2024 63,343 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 58,087 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 54,386 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 50,141 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 46,877 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 41,286 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 35,824 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 31,548 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 26,209 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 23,031 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 21,164 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 17,694 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 13,071 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 10,823 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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BTS 86 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BTS 86, 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 BTS 86?

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What year was BTS 86 registered?

BTS 86 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BTS 86 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTS 86 shows 16 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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