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CX08 GMF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

176,999 mi
Last recorded176,999 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 GMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 176,999 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 158,892 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 158,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 141,906 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 118,695 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 May 2023 118,695 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 111,985 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Jun 2022 111,849 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 97,640 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 97,640 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 89,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 84,702 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2018 74,121 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2017 62,776 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 61,018 miles

Front front brake discs slightly worn

boot doesn't open fully

engine management light on

Fail 17 Sep 2016 61,018 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front front brake discs slightly worn

boot doesn't open fully

engine management light on

Pass 19 Sep 2015 53,106 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outside

offside front tyre worn on outside

under trays fitted

Fail 23 Sep 2014 38,603 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 38,603 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 36,778 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 33,215 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 25,686 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 19,259 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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CX08 GMF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 CX08 GMF, 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.

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What year was CX08 GMF registered?

CX08 GMF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is CX08 GMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX08 GMF shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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