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EX08 OVZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

149,492 mi
Last recorded149,492 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 OVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 149,492 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2025 142,723 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 133,800 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 124,328 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 116,082 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 106,239 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 98,358 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 90,637 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 80,017 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 70,870 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 58,140 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 48,742 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 40,596 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 34,814 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,785 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 19,761 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 19,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 OVZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 EX08 OVZ, 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 OVZ?

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What year was EX08 OVZ registered?

EX08 OVZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is EX08 OVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 OVZ 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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