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F3 LER

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,219 mi
Last recorded129,219 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF3 LER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2025 129,219 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 124,264 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 119,360 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 114,572 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

all 4 tyres in poor condition and tread lifting

Pass 24 Aug 2021 108,477 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 104,106 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 98,838 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 92,342 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 86,007 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 79,376 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 73,555 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 65,249 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 55,502 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 41,999 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 31,362 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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F3 LER is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 F3 LER, 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 F3 LER registered?

F3 LER is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is F3 LER safe to buy?

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