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DS08 MHU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

153,815 mi
Last recorded153,815 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 153,815 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 153,790 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 144,955 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 136,831 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 136,739 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 128,643 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 117,849 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 99,005 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 96,177 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 77,319 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 77,309 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 72,400 miles

all four vehicle tyres lightly perishing through tread pattern.

Pass 4 Feb 2015 67,909 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 63,350 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 59,958 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 53,685 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 8 Jun 2012 53,685 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 42,422 miles

under floor pan fittead not allowing full inspection

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 MHU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MHU, 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 MHU registered?

DS08 MHU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 August 2008.

Is DS08 MHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 MHU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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