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F561 ROY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

155,517 mi
Last recorded155,517 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF561 ROY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 155,517 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 147,890 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 138,297 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 128,616 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2023 128,615 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear parking brake effort poor, only just met requirements

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 118,208 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 110,337 miles

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 103,778 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 99,995 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 96,183 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 96,181 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed deep cut (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit

offside wiper smearing

Pass 16 May 2017 89,146 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 77,323 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 63,513 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 52,719 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 42,247 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 29,202 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 18,126 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 18,122 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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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F561 ROY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 F561 ROY, 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 F561 ROY registered?

F561 ROY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is F561 ROY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F561 ROY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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