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FG08 UDK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

79,118 mi
Last recorded79,118 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 UDK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 79,118 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2026 79,118 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2025 68,908 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 58,804 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 52,141 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 50,149 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 48,549 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 46,925 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 44,756 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 44,756 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 40,275 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 38,530 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 37,467 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 May 2015 37,467 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 33,300 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 28,939 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 26,486 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 23,253 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 23,253 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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FG08 UDK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FG08 UDK, 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 FG08 UDK registered?

FG08 UDK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FG08 UDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 UDK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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