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CP08 PXR

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 PXR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2022
Pass 13 Nov 2021 112,012 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020
Pass 7 Nov 2019 115,191 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 103,481 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2017 96,436 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2016 84,192 miles

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

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

handbrake needs slight adjusting

Pass 15 Oct 2015 78,498 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine management light is on

nearside rear tyre worn on inner tread band

rear brake pads wearing low

Fail 12 Oct 2015 71,456 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine management light is on

nearside rear tyre worn on inner tread band

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 16 Oct 2014 74,536 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2014 74,536 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 70,958 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 65,908 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2012 51,035 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 May 2011 34,894 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine light on with engine running

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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CP08 PXR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CP08 PXR, 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 CP08 PXR registered?

CP08 PXR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is CP08 PXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 PXR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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