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EJ08 SWU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,323 mi
Last recorded108,323 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 SWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 108,323 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 101,202 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 9 Dec 2021 101,202 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 95,680 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 91,633 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 89,994 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 87,604 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

engine cover obscuring components in engine bay

extensive undertrays obscuring underside components unable to carry out full inspections

oversills unable to carry out full sill inspections

Pass 22 Nov 2016 84,849 miles

Offside suggest further investigation of park brake condition

engine cover obscuring components in engine bay

extensive undertrays unable to carry out full underside inspections

oversills unable to carry out full sill inspections

Pass 14 Dec 2015 81,089 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 75,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2013 57,416 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 57,416 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 37,700 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 29,233 miles

the rear tyres are worn

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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EJ08 SWU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EJ08 SWU, 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 EJ08 SWU registered?

EJ08 SWU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2008.

Is EJ08 SWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 SWU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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