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DG08 HFF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

154,847 mi
Last recorded154,847 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 HFF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2022 154,847 miles

All suspension components corroded

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

Fail 8 Mar 2022 154,847 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

All suspension components corroded

Fuel tank strap corroded

Offside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 148,439 miles

All rear suspension components and rear sub frame corroded and bushes have play

Fuel tank strap corroded

Offside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2021 148,439 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance not tested Rear wheels grabbing (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All rear suspension components and rear sub frame corroded and bushes have play

Fuel tank strap corroded

Offside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

O/S/R AND N/S/R WHEELS ARE BINDING

Pass 17 May 2019 135,950 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 135,950 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 129,003 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 117,276 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 111,066 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 97,116 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 97,116 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 77,607 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 62,372 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 50,494 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 HFF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HFF, 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.

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DG08 HFF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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