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CAZ 809

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

55,471 mi
Last recorded55,471 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAZ 809
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 55,471 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 52,603 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 50,593 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 48,185 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 46,393 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 43,852 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 42,572 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 40,162 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 37,361 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 37,361 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 34,239 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 30,913 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 27,196 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 23,713 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 19,750 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 15,232 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 11,722 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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CAZ 809 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 CAZ 809, 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 CAZ 809?

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What year was CAZ 809 registered?

CAZ 809 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is CAZ 809 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAZ 809 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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