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DG08 HFE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,162 mi
Last recorded30,162 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 HFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 30,162 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 29,029 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 27,431 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 26,456 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 25,971 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 25,968 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2020 25,353 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 24,818 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 24,297 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 22,671 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 21,434 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 19,387 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 16,912 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 14,416 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 11,936 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)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 9,522 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 HFE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DG08 HFE, 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 HFE registered?

DG08 HFE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is DG08 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 HFE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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