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EK08 FPF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

195,003 mi
Last recorded195,003 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 FPF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 195,003 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 189,231 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 185,206 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 179,253 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 169,555 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 169,550 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 164,205 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

nearside and offside front windows tinted,not seriously affecting driver view

Fail 23 Sep 2020 164,205 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative level sensor on suspension arm (4.1.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine management light on

nearside and offside front windows tinted,not seriously affecting driver view

Pass 28 Sep 2019 157,648 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Osr, Nsr tyres. (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 8 Sep 2018 146,872 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 16 Sep 2017 131,881 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 23 Sep 2016 111,087 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 105,941 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front wiper blades slightly worn

Pass 22 Nov 2014 102,464 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2013 84,886 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2012 70,147 miles

Vehicle fitted with undertrays not allowing a full inspection of brake pipes and fuel lines

Pass 16 Apr 2011 55,014 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 55,008 miles

Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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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EK08 FPF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EK08 FPF, 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 EK08 FPF registered?

EK08 FPF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is EK08 FPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 FPF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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