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C18 OWM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,655 mi
Last recorded51,655 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC18 OWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 51,655 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2026 51,647 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 49,135 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 47,226 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 44,353 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 42,495 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 40,118 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 40,118 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested due to dip beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 40,107 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 29,992 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 29,649 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 27,414 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 26,641 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 25,141 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 21,278 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 17,128 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 13,448 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 11,121 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 9,385 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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C18 OWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,796cc petrol 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 C18 OWM, 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 C18 OWM?

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What year was C18 OWM registered?

C18 OWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is C18 OWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C18 OWM 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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