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FX08 YYL

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

112,395 mi
Last recorded112,395 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 YYL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 May 2026 112,395 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak smoke coming from under engine cover (8.2.2.1 (b))

Fuel system component leaking fuel leaking around injectors (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively large lip both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rears (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 14 May 2025 104,297 miles

Light out message on dash lights working

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Inner side wall ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under covers fitted front to rear

Fail 14 May 2025 104,292 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Light out message on dash lights working

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Inner side wall ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under covers fitted front to rear

Pass 7 May 2024 96,279 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2023 92,672 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 90,233 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2021 85,878 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 81,920 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect osf , nsf very slight (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 79,010 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 72,560 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 41,628 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 41,449 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 38,307 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 34,441 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 31,538 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 31,538 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 25,828 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)

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 YYL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FX08 YYL, 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 YYL registered?

FX08 YYL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FX08 YYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 YYL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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