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DV08 GPU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

138,466 mi
Last recorded138,466 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 GPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 138,466 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 137,208 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 135,846 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 134,046 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 124,261 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 112,919 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 106,663 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 97,636 miles

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre misshapen

n/s/r brake pipe starting to corrode

n/s/r tyre misshapen

o/s/f seat belt catch outer casing missing

o/s/f tyre misshapen

o/s/r brake pipe starting to corrode

o/s/r tyre misshapen

Fail 23 Jun 2016 97,630 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre misshapen

n/s/r brake pipe starting to corrode

n/s/r tyre misshapen

o/s/f seat belt catch outer casing missing

o/s/f tyre misshapen

o/s/r brake pipe starting to corrode

o/s/r tyre misshapen

Pass 11 May 2015 89,254 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 May 2014 78,853 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 70,409 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 61,041 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 61,041 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 52,934 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 GPU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GPU, 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 GPU registered?

DV08 GPU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is DV08 GPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 GPU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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