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EK08 NPE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,881 mi
Last recorded124,881 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 NPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 124,881 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front fog lamp damage inoperative

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer and inner edge 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Aug 2024 107,532 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front fog lamp damage inoperative

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Fail 28 Aug 2024 107,531 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front fog lamp damage inoperative

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2023 90,705 miles

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

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

engine covers and undertrays

Fail 21 Aug 2023 90,700 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed one third of surface area (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays

Pass 12 Aug 2022 76,261 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front 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 17 Aug 2021 62,145 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 51,963 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 37,215 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 30,485 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both wing mirror side repeater lenses condensated

Fail 12 Feb 2018 30,485 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both wing mirror side repeater lenses condensated

Pass 31 Jan 2017 28,922 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 26,504 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 26,504 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 23,778 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 19,964 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 16,147 miles

nearside rear light lens broken

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 12 Mar 2013 16,147 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

nearside rear light lens broken

Pass 13 Mar 2012 13,001 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 9,181 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 NPE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NPE, 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 EK08 NPE registered?

EK08 NPE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is EK08 NPE safe to buy?

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