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ET08 HTJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

76,626 mi
Last recorded76,626 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET08 HTJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 76,626 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 74,689 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 73,192 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 71,648 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 69,215 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 64,920 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2021 64,920 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 62,106 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 58,857 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 56,281 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 54,005 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 53,049 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 51,555 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 48,662 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 45,661 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 43,042 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 39,184 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 HTJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HTJ, 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 HTJ?

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What year was ET08 HTJ registered?

ET08 HTJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is ET08 HTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET08 HTJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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