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C7 GEF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

60,804 mi
Last recorded60,804 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 GEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 60,804 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 58,221 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 55,214 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 52,081 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 51,354 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 50,182 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 49,461 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 48,199 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 48,199 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 45,343 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 42,181 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 39,235 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 35,246 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 32,396 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 29,079 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 25,885 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 22,763 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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C7 GEF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 C7 GEF, 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 C7 GEF?

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What year was C7 GEF registered?

C7 GEF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is C7 GEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 GEF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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