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DB56 AMG

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,960 mi
Last recorded62,960 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB56 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 62,960 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 61,703 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 61,323 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 60,311 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 56,053 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 54,799 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 44,724 miles

under tray fitted obscuring inspection

Pass 15 Aug 2018 38,749 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 30,319 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 25,785 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 23,559 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 23,559 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 21,174 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 17,916 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 16,522 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 14,642 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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DB56 AMG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DB56 AMG, 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 DB56 AMG?

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What year was DB56 AMG registered?

DB56 AMG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is DB56 AMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB56 AMG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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