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FY08 HMD

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

146,199 mi
Last recorded146,199 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 HMD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 146,199 miles

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

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both (curve arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 142,263 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears[ front section] (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear brake dis c corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2023 142,255 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear brake dis c corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2022 131,594 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Oct 2022 131,586 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit time of test (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 120,320 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2021 120,320 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 112,850 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 112,850 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low x2 (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment x2 (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2019 94,982 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2019 94,982 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 77,463 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2017 72,482 miles

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

under trays fitted .

under trays fitted .

Pass 14 Mar 2016 66,962 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 59,939 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2014 51,897 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 51,897 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 45,012 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 45,012 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 44,091 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 37,874 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 31,176 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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FY08 HMD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 FY08 HMD, 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.

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What year was FY08 HMD registered?

FY08 HMD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is FY08 HMD safe to buy?

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