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FX08 YXD

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,036 mi
Last recorded87,036 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 YXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2018 87,036 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 83,299 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low (2.30) (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low (2.70) cut inner side wall and wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower side light dim

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

Fail 8 Sep 2017 83,299 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm low (1.51) (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low (2.30) (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low (2.70) cut inner side wall and wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower side light dim

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit low(1.69) (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 73,340 miles

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

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

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

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2015 63,708 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush Both front bushes (2.4.G.2)

slight play in inner rack joints

Fail 1 Sep 2015 63,708 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush Both front bushes (2.4.G.2)

slight play in inner rack joints

Pass 11 Sep 2014 55,655 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 55,655 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 49,299 miles

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damage

Pass 18 Feb 2013 40,132 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES LOW TREAD

O/S/F BRAKE PIPE TO FLEXY CORROIED

Pass 20 Feb 2012 30,045 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 18,730 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)

offside rear tyre has slight sidewall damage

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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FX08 YXD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FX08 YXD, 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 FX08 YXD registered?

FX08 YXD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is FX08 YXD safe to buy?

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