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E5 RAA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

106,888 mi
Last recorded106,888 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE5 RAA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 106,888 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 102,439 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 97,065 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 92,019 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 87,550 miles

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

offside front tyre fitted inner to outside

Pass 22 Feb 2021 85,039 miles

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Fail 15 Feb 2021 84,999 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

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

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Pass 19 Aug 2019 77,885 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2018 72,402 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Pass 16 Aug 2017 64,284 miles

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

advise further check and poss replace on main brake pipes,unable to see fully under covers but look corroded

Brake pipe slightly corroded both main at rear under covers (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 60,624 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring areas of the vehicle

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 59,312 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside rear tyre getting low 3mm

Pass 12 Aug 2014 52,124 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 43,451 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 34,170 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 22,257 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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E5 RAA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 E5 RAA, 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 E5 RAA?

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What year was E5 RAA registered?

E5 RAA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is E5 RAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E5 RAA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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