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DE08 AXT

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

295,634 mi
Last recorded295,634 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 AXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2023 295,634 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2023 289,720 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 171,683 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 165,637 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2019 155,696 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2019 155,696 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 146,500 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2018 146,500 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2017 139,538 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 124,154 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 90,992 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 61,365 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 32,895 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 30,122 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 24,393 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 17,642 miles

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

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

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

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

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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DE08 AXT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DE08 AXT, 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 DE08 AXT registered?

DE08 AXT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DE08 AXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 AXT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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