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DG08 GZM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

54,534 mi
Last recorded54,534 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 GZM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 54,534 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 48,321 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 46,770 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 46,765 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 46,764 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 42,923 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 42,806 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 37,163 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 37,163 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 32,974 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 32,974 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 27,734 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 26,181 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 20,766 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 15,088 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 10,388 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 10,388 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 5,443 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 5,090 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 4,409 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 3,741 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 1,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 1,886 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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DG08 GZM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG08 GZM, 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 DG08 GZM registered?

DG08 GZM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is DG08 GZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 GZM shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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