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DC03 TLC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

110,721 mi
Last recorded110,721 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC03 TLC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 110,721 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 102,052 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 97,107 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 96,044 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 87,243 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 76,893 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 67,206 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2016 66,933 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 May 2015 55,374 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2015 55,374 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2014 46,891 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2012 38,167 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 24,385 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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DC03 TLC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DC03 TLC, 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 DC03 TLC registered?

DC03 TLC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is DC03 TLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC03 TLC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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