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CA08 DVZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

105,236 mi
Last recorded105,236 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 DVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 105,236 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 101,130 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 99,055 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 95,797 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear tyre tread wearing low

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 92,235 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 89,390 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 85,344 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 79,939 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 74,129 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 69,745 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 64,127 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 57,713 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 50,257 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 45,899 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 45,899 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 39,428 miles

nsf tyre worn on outer edge

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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CA08 DVZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 CA08 DVZ, 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 CA08 DVZ?

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What year was CA08 DVZ registered?

CA08 DVZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is CA08 DVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 DVZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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