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DG08 WOV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

84,798 mi
Last recorded84,798 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 84,798 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 84,792 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 82,127 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 82,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2023 79,506 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 77,127 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2021 75,141 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

offside front brake flexible insecure.

Pass 14 Nov 2020 73,007 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 70,179 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 65,504 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 60,036 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 55,197 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 51,318 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 46,849 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 42,798 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 42,798 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 37,171 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 33,798 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 33,680 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 33,680 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 33,597 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 WOV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WOV, 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 WOV registered?

DG08 WOV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DG08 WOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 WOV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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