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CU08 CVG

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

101,070 mi
Last recorded101,070 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 CVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 101,070 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 101,058 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2024 92,285 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 84,647 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 86,368 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 84,284 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 84,155 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 83,874 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 83,563 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 84,261 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 84,261 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 80,568 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 77,939 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 73,790 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 65,519 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 52,561 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)

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 39,973 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 28,273 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 15,057 miles

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

Offside 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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CU08 CVG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 CU08 CVG, 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 CU08 CVG?

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What year was CU08 CVG registered?

CU08 CVG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is CU08 CVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU08 CVG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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