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DF08 FLX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

96,741 mi
Last recorded96,741 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 FLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 96,741 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 91,809 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 91,807 miles

Emissions unable to be completed due to engine noise (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 83,709 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 83,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2023 75,528 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 71,943 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 69,600 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 66,960 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 64,675 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped on outer edges (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped on outer edges (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 62,726 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 59,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 54,963 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear brake slightly binding

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 49,503 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 43,724 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 36,977 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 36,977 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 31,085 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Jul 2011 24,196 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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DF08 FLX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DF08 FLX, 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 DF08 FLX registered?

DF08 FLX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is DF08 FLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 FLX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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