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DK08 XUF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

119,977 mi
Last recorded119,977 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 XUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 119,977 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

covers fitted engine bay and underside of vehicle

some wear front brake disc faces and with corrosion/split nearside front brake back plate

Fail 3 Apr 2023 119,977 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

covers fitted engine bay and underside of vehicle

some wear front brake disc faces and with corrosion/split nearside front brake back plate

Pass 18 Mar 2022 113,246 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle Fitted With Under Trays

Pass 31 Mar 2021 108,688 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle fitted with under body trays obscuring underside components and /or vehicle rigidity from visual inspection

Fail 30 Mar 2021 108,687 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle fitted with under body trays obscuring underside components and /or vehicle rigidity from visual inspection

Pass 15 Oct 2019 96,725 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 96,719 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 90,338 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 90,010 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 84,323 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 84,323 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 73,013 miles

one exhaust bracket broken

Pass 24 Mar 2015 59,767 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 47,775 miles

Exhaust bracket (middle) broken, but exhaust system adequately supported

Pass 24 Jul 2013 43,844 miles

exhaust system support bracket corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2012 40,778 miles

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 4 Mar 2011 26,935 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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DK08 XUF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DK08 XUF, 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

How do I check the history of DK08 XUF?

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What year was DK08 XUF registered?

DK08 XUF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is DK08 XUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 XUF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK08 XUF have outstanding finance?

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