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FE08 XTX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,976 mi
Last recorded84,976 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 XTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 84,976 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 81,311 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 77,988 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

rear tyres worn low on inside edge

Pass 17 Apr 2023 75,770 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

Fail 17 Apr 2023 75,770 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

Pass 4 Jan 2022 73,752 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 70,959 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 67,611 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 63,129 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 57,296 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 51,913 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 46,983 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 41,724 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 36,234 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 29,823 miles

front and rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Fail 18 Mar 2013 29,823 miles

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

front and rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 1 Mar 2012 22,821 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 17,073 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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FE08 XTX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FE08 XTX, 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 FE08 XTX registered?

FE08 XTX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FE08 XTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 XTX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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