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DS08 MHK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

131,733 mi
Last recorded131,733 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 MHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 131,733 miles

Nearside Front side repeater no cover vftd

Nearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

plastic engine and underfloor panels ftd which obscure items

Fail 17 Aug 2020 131,733 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working 1 of 2 not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front side repeater no cover vftd

Nearside Rear Position lamp insecure light lens loose (4.2.1 (c) (i))

plastic engine and underfloor panels ftd which obscure items

Pass 7 Aug 2019 118,826 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 7 Aug 2019 118,826 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 113,287 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside side repeater lens damaged

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

Fail 10 Aug 2018 113,273 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside side repeater lens damaged

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

Pass 29 Jul 2017 107,081 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2017 107,081 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 97,574 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 85,595 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 85,566 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2014 69,708 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre cuts in sidewall

Pass 19 Jul 2013 56,882 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 56,881 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 46,585 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 38,465 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 31,062 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 31,062 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 MHK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 DS08 MHK, 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.

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What year was DS08 MHK registered?

DS08 MHK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 July 2008.

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