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DS08 MGZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,755 mi
Last recorded124,755 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 MGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 124,755 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

rear exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 31 Oct 2024 119,012 miles

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

covers fitted underneath

Pass 30 Oct 2023 111,102 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 111,102 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre has cut on outer wall

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 104,252 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 98,172 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 95,574 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2019 92,671 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 87,295 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 81,700 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 74,754 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 69,192 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 62,689 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 55,802 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 55,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 44,516 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 44,503 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 44,503 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 MGZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MGZ, 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 MGZ registered?

DS08 MGZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is DS08 MGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 MGZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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