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FV08 UMD

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,109 mi
Last recorded81,109 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2012
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 UMD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2012 81,109 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 67,315 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 67,315 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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FV08 UMD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UMD, 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 FV08 UMD?

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What year was FV08 UMD registered?

FV08 UMD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is FV08 UMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 UMD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV08 UMD have outstanding finance?

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