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EA08 NCC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,741 mi
Last recorded78,741 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 NCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 78,741 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 69,427 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 59,926 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 59,916 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

no smoke detected

Pass 13 Dec 2021 52,501 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 49,351 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 45,100 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 41,250 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 39,552 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 37,777 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 35,100 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 33,333 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 31,500 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 25,250 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 22,550 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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EA08 NCC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EA08 NCC, 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 EA08 NCC registered?

EA08 NCC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 April 2008.

Is EA08 NCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 NCC shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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