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EX08 XSE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

61,336 mi
Last recorded61,336 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 XSE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2025 61,336 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 59,798 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 57,900 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 55,935 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 54,447 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 53,738 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 52,836 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 49,817 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 46,802 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2016 43,390 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 38,841 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 34,832 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 29,596 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 24,733 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 20,307 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 15,572 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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EX08 XSE 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 EX08 XSE, 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 XSE?

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What year was EX08 XSE registered?

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

Is EX08 XSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 XSE 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 EX08 XSE have outstanding finance?

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