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FV08 ULG

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

171,860 mi
Last recorded171,860 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 ULG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 171,860 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 154,290 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 150,265 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

corrosion rear subframe mountings

underside of vehicle covered with under undertrays

Fail 20 Jul 2021 150,263 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

corrosion rear subframe mountings

underside of vehicle covered with under undertrays

Pass 9 May 2019 142,744 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 142,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2018 137,539 miles

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED.

Fail 5 Jun 2018 137,533 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT/REAR. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% WEAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer SIDE LAMP NOT WORKING ONE OF TWO

Nearside Rear Outer STOP/TAIL LIGHT NOT WORKING ONE OF TWO.

Offside Front Inner SIDE LAMP NOT WORKING ONE OF TWO.

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED.

Pass 24 May 2017 131,425 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 122,319 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 122,319 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55hr16 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 107,386 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)

Pass 12 May 2014 92,284 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 May 2013 78,292 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 64,736 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 52,437 miles

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

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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FV08 ULG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV08 ULG, 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 FV08 ULG registered?

FV08 ULG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is FV08 ULG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 ULG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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