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BU08 EBX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

128,716 mi
Last recorded128,716 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 EBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2026 128,716 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 128,670 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 117,794 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 116,514 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes at n/s/f area. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 108,766 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 100,531 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 90,641 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 84,141 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 75,784 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 61,724 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 60,256 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 59,956 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 59,954 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 59,481 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 57,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 57,612 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 45,496 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

offside rear inner stop lamp not working

Pass 15 Feb 2012 45,496 miles

offside rear inner stop lamp not working

Pass 18 Feb 2011 30,030 miles

all items not fully checked due to manufacturtes covers fitted

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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BU08 EBX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BU08 EBX, 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 BU08 EBX registered?

BU08 EBX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is BU08 EBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 EBX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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