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DFZ 5487

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,596 mi
Last recorded159,596 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFZ 5487
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2026 159,596 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Need to change as soon as passable (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 136,523 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 113,414 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 95,105 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 90,221 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 85,772 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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DFZ 5487 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DFZ 5487, 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 DFZ 5487 registered?

DFZ 5487 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is DFZ 5487 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFZ 5487 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFZ 5487 have outstanding finance?

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