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EK08 HYC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,877 mi
Last recorded24,877 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 HYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 24,877 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 24,512 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 23,636 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 22,780 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 22,254 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 34,342 miles

both front tyres perished

Pass 22 Feb 2012 32,958 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 32,956 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 19,494 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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EK08 HYC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HYC, 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 EK08 HYC?

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What year was EK08 HYC registered?

EK08 HYC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is EK08 HYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 HYC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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