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EX08 BUE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

148,495 mi
Last recorded148,495 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 BUE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 148,495 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 147,521 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 145,750 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 142,590 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 139,002 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 133,788 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 129,614 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 124,314 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 118,605 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 133,443 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 108,179 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 102,506 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 95,308 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 86,303 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 79,899 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 69,649 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 69,649 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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EX08 BUE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel 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 EX08 BUE, 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 EX08 BUE?

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What year was EX08 BUE registered?

EX08 BUE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EX08 BUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 BUE 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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