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C22 AFA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

122,543 mi
Last recorded122,543 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC22 AFA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2026 122,543 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2025 120,437 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 119,140 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 113,903 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 109,346 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Oct 2022 109,341 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 101,353 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 96,546 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 93,161 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 86,884 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 79,347 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 70,707 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 68,678 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 64,491 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 59,881 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 54,601 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 47,861 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

cut to o s f tyre wall but cord or ply not exposed

n s f mirror smashed in top corner but view still ok to rear

various undertrays fitted to car

Fail 4 Oct 2011 47,861 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

cut to o s f tyre wall but cord or ply not exposed

n s f mirror smashed in top corner but view still ok to rear

various undertrays fitted to car

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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C22 AFA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C22 AFA, 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 C22 AFA registered?

C22 AFA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is C22 AFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C22 AFA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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