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DF08 GRZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,640 mi
Last recorded122,640 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 GRZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2022 122,640 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 122,640 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 92,457 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 92,457 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 90,780 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 76,099 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 68,651 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 61,150 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 56,121 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 47,930 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 38,801 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 38,709 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 32,604 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 20,213 miles

advise child seat fitted to n/s rear seatbelt at time of test

advise very minor damage to lower front bumper monitor

Pass 28 Sep 2011 14,977 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 GRZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GRZ, 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 GRZ registered?

DF08 GRZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is DF08 GRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 GRZ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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