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FL08 DZM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,646 mi
Last recorded81,646 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 DZM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 81,646 miles

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

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 29 Jul 2025 78,845 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 72,426 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Sep 2024 72,426 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 66,982 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 62,496 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 55,682 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 52,236 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 46,996 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 40,929 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2018 40,878 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine management light on

n/s/f tyre worn on both edges

Pass 28 Mar 2017 33,338 miles

front tyres wearing outer edges, n/s/r slight impact damage outer sidewall

Pass 5 Mar 2016 27,494 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 23,166 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 20,617 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 18,584 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 16,762 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 14,151 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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FL08 DZM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,496cc petrol 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 FL08 DZM, 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 FL08 DZM registered?

FL08 DZM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is FL08 DZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 DZM 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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