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CX08 TYA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

175,837 mi
Last recorded175,837 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX08 TYA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2022 175,837 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 141,815 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 138,526 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 136,457 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 134,128 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 125,342 miles

metal brake pipes corroding

nearside repeator condensated

Pass 30 Mar 2016 107,343 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 88,424 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 69,993 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 67,420 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 67,420 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 8 Apr 2013 63,189 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)

Pass 6 Apr 2012 51,593 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 44,708 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)

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

both front brake disc's slight wear

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 TYA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 CX08 TYA, 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 TYA registered?

CX08 TYA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is CX08 TYA safe to buy?

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