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EO08 XOW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,238 mi
Last recorded96,238 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO08 XOW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 96,238 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 151,180 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 89,358 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 84,898 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 79,724 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 75,054 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 71,998 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 67,890 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 63,231 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 59,272 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 52,295 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 47,247 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 40,728 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Aug 2013 35,239 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Aug 2012 29,189 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 23,571 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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EO08 XOW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EO08 XOW, 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 EO08 XOW registered?

EO08 XOW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is EO08 XOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO08 XOW shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EO08 XOW have outstanding finance?

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