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EF08 DFU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

156,084 mi
Last recorded156,084 miles
Recorded on10 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 DFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2022 156,084 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 145,585 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 134,612 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 121,631 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 109,423 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 98,351 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 98,351 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 87,202 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 76,019 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 60,581 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 48,551 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 36,355 miles

sounds like only 1 horn working

Fail 14 May 2011 36,355 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

sounds like only 1 horn working

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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EF08 DFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EF08 DFU, 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.

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What year was EF08 DFU registered?

EF08 DFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is EF08 DFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 DFU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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