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C20 PSR

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

107,551 mi
Last recorded107,551 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 PSR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 107,551 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 105,722 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 105,065 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 104,064 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 89,126 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 88,019 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 73,960 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 42,815 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 37,590 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 7 Oct 2013 37,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 17 Sep 2012 27,029 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

can't check sills fully kit fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2011 21,047 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 21,047 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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C20 PSR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 C20 PSR, 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 C20 PSR registered?

C20 PSR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is C20 PSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C20 PSR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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