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DS08 EXW

2008 Mercedes-benz C200

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

154,056 mi
Last recorded154,056 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C200101,470 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 EXW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC200
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 154,056 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2024 154,056 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2023 147,817 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2023 147,817 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded From front flex brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 142,268 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2022 142,268 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 135,542 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 129,552 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 129,552 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 124,282 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 124,282 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 116,606 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 109,916 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 102,685 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2015 97,700 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 84,791 miles

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2013 72,500 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 60,055 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 53,937 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C200?

Based on 684 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
5,394
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4
coil spring broken 3
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DS08 EXW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C200 in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz C200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 101,470 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 C200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS08 EXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C200 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz C200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DS08 EXW?

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What year was DS08 EXW registered?

DS08 EXW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C200, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is DS08 EXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 EXW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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