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DS08 AXO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

91,920 mi
Last recorded91,920 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 AXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 91,920 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 78,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Heat shield insecure.

Pass 3 Aug 2023 63,285 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 61,561 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe suspension arm attachments (bushes & ball joints) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 57,635 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 56,006 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 54,546 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 52,132 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 49,794 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 48,480 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 45,128 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 43,271 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 40,772 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 39,320 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 39,320 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 37,918 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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DS08 AXO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel 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 DS08 AXO, 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 DS08 AXO registered?

DS08 AXO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is DS08 AXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 AXO 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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