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FT08 DWU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

207,161 mi
Last recorded207,161 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 DWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 207,161 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 201,016 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 195,854 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 191,769 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 188,200 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 183,645 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 177,623 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 170,942 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 163,973 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 156,846 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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 23 Jun 2014 149,005 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 140,009 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 132,156 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 125,162 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FT08 DWU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 FT08 DWU, 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 FT08 DWU registered?

FT08 DWU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FT08 DWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 DWU 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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