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EY08 TFU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

43,388 mi
Last recorded43,388 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 TFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 43,388 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 41,316 miles

covers fitted making it unable to check some testable items

Pass 1 Mar 2024 40,826 miles

covers fitted making it unable to check some testable items

Pass 24 Feb 2023 39,264 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 37,282 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 36,030 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 33,988 miles

Front Front wipers smearing across windscreen

Pass 28 Mar 2018 31,149 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 28,412 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 28,402 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 25,692 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 20,866 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 17,188 miles

o/s/f tyre has damaged to side wall but not down core

Pass 18 Mar 2013 14,220 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 18,322 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 8,368 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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EY08 TFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EY08 TFU, 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

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What year was EY08 TFU registered?

EY08 TFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EY08 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 TFU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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