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C6 NHL

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,214 mi
Last recorded159,214 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC6 NHL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 159,214 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2026 158,984 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2025 148,569 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nsf lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os front and osr (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 134,508 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 123,583 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 113,044 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 113,044 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 102,176 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 102,176 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 86,521 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Sep 2019 81,958 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 74,649 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 67,140 miles

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2016 61,851 miles

205/55/16/91w pirelli

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)

front brake discs and pads worn

Pass 11 Aug 2015 55,988 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 -4 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 47,405 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2013 40,126 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 40,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 33,872 miles

front brake discs starting to corrode on inner surfaces

Pass 18 Aug 2011 26,628 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges

tested wet

under trays 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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C6 NHL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C6 NHL, 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 C6 NHL registered?

C6 NHL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is C6 NHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C6 NHL shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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