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BV08 WXU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

154,312 mi
Last recorded154,312 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 WXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 154,312 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 149,103 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 146,265 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2023 146,253 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 138,440 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 134,371 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 128,878 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Dec 2018 117,086 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2017 91,191 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2017 91,191 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 71,664 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 60,998 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 45,200 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 87,548 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 33,825 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Feb 2011 23,243 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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BV08 WXU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BV08 WXU, 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 BV08 WXU?

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What year was BV08 WXU registered?

BV08 WXU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is BV08 WXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 WXU shows 16 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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