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DV08 GPO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

100,617 mi
Last recorded100,617 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 GPO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 100,617 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted

Fail 21 Oct 2025 100,406 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2024 92,658 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 87,074 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 87,023 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured inner rim face (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2022 80,206 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 69,559 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 67,591 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 64,598 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 60,984 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 58,209 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 53,326 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 48,258 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 42,770 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 36,701 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2012 27,005 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Apr 2012 27,005 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Apr 2011 19,615 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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DV08 GPO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc 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 DV08 GPO, 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 DV08 GPO registered?

DV08 GPO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is DV08 GPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 GPO 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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