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DS08 MJF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,159 mi
Last recorded49,159 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 MJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2016 49,159 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 167,565 miles

bolt in offside front tyre

engine management light on

Fail 20 Nov 2014 167,564 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

bolt in offside front tyre

engine management light on

Pass 17 Sep 2013 153,612 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 87,300 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 75,745 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 MJF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 MJF, 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

How do I check the history of DS08 MJF?

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What year was DS08 MJF registered?

DS08 MJF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is DS08 MJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS08 MJF shows 6 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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