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DA08 XAH

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

85,221 mi
Last recorded85,221 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 XAH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 85,221 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 82,943 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 78,916 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 74,823 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 73,991 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 68,251 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 68,251 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 62,492 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 58,054 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 53,051 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 49,874 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 33,046 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

unable to check outer sills plastic covers fitted

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 5 Feb 2015 22,994 miles

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

Unable to check outer sills plastic covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2014 19,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Unable to check outer sills plastic covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2013 17,374 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to check outer sill plastic covers fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2012 13,740 miles

Restricted view under vehicle under trays fitted

Unable to check outer sills plastic covers fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2011 11,953 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Restricted view under vehicle under trays fitted

Unable to check outer sills plastic covers fitted

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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DA08 XAH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DA08 XAH, 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 DA08 XAH registered?

DA08 XAH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DA08 XAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA08 XAH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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