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ET08 HSG

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,010 mi
Last recorded27,010 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET08 HSG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 27,010 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 26,560 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 25,705 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 24,798 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 38,754 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 23,835 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 23,340 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 22,993 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 22,216 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 21,299 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 20,231 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 20,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 19,129 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 17,680 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s rear tyre damaged on outer wall?

Pass 19 Aug 2014 17,680 miles

n/s rear tyre damaged on outer wall?

Pass 19 Aug 2013 16,078 miles

both ns tyres cut in sidewalls

tyres cracked in treads

Pass 14 Aug 2012 14,835 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 13,920 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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ET08 HSG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 ET08 HSG, 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 ET08 HSG?

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What year was ET08 HSG registered?

ET08 HSG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is ET08 HSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET08 HSG shows 18 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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