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CA08 HAX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

42,377 mi
Last recorded42,377 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 HAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2015 42,377 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 42,377 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 36,706 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 30,422 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2012 25,738 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 25,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 May 2011 21,288 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 21,288 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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 HAX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HAX, 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 HAX?

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What year was CA08 HAX registered?

CA08 HAX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is CA08 HAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 HAX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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