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DL08 AOD

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

139,964 mi
Last recorded139,964 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL08 AOD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 139,964 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 131,913 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 125,791 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt caster (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt caster (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2017 125,791 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking metal (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt caster (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt caster (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 110,424 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 110,424 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 92,998 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 69,718 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 60,948 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)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 57,976 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 42,576 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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DL08 AOD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DL08 AOD, 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 DL08 AOD registered?

DL08 AOD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is DL08 AOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL08 AOD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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