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FL08 VWE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

97,533 mi
Last recorded97,533 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 VWE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 97,533 miles

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

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

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 19 Jan 2018 82,779 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

under trays /sill covers /engine cover

Fail 19 Jan 2018 82,779 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

under trays /sill covers /engine cover

Pass 23 Feb 2017 74,035 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 67,127 miles

n/s mirror damaged

Pass 12 Feb 2015 61,085 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 53,321 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 44,584 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Feb 2013 44,584 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 38,118 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 31,121 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 VWE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VWE, 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 VWE registered?

FL08 VWE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is FL08 VWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 VWE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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