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FG08 UEF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

124,680 mi
Last recorded124,680 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 UEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 124,680 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 120,319 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 114,483 miles

oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2016 101,718 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 99,890 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 94,724 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2014 86,762 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 68,740 miles

both front discs lipped

engine covers fitted

outter cover sills fitted

rear discs lipped

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2012 50,151 miles

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

os headlight image slightly reduced

Pass 1 Apr 2011 30,355 miles

engine covers fitted

nearside rear tyre on the 1.6 mm legal limit

under trays fitted

Fail 31 Mar 2011 30,353 miles

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

engine covers fitted

nearside rear tyre on the 1.6 mm legal limit

under trays fitted

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 UEF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UEF, 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 UEF registered?

FG08 UEF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is FG08 UEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 UEF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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