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CU08 NHX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,011 mi
Last recorded112,011 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 NHX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 112,011 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2026 112,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 109,347 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 106,727 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 103,912 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Feb 2023 103,911 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 101,109 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Brake line started to corrode

Fail 16 Feb 2022 101,109 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Sidewall has cut (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Brake line started to corrode

Pass 20 Feb 2021 97,799 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2021 97,797 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 95,624 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 89,737 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 84,655 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 78,219 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 72,352 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 65,102 miles

wipers smeary

Pass 11 Mar 2014 57,377 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 50,194 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 44,867 miles

advise both near side tyres wearing on outter edges

advise front brake pads starting to wear low and brake discs lipped

Pass 14 Apr 2011 33,369 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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CU08 NHX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NHX, 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 CU08 NHX registered?

CU08 NHX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is CU08 NHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU08 NHX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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