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FH08 FGJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

96,594 mi
Last recorded96,594 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 FGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 96,594 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 89,214 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 78,963 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 68,782 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 23 Jan 2023 68,782 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 56,543 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 47,254 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 40,374 miles

Front brakes showing signs of wear

belly plates / trims etc obscuring full inspection

Pass 21 Jan 2019 28,331 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 23,530 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 22,510 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 19,688 miles

slight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 21 Aug 2013 18,415 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 17,766 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 17,184 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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FH08 FGJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FH08 FGJ, 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

How do I check the history of FH08 FGJ?

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What year was FH08 FGJ registered?

FH08 FGJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is FH08 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 FGJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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