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FY08 XCH

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,735 mi
Last recorded155,735 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 155,735 miles

sills covered not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 May 2017 152,005 miles

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

sills covered not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 May 2016 136,624 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 121,608 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 121,599 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 105,553 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 92,140 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 82,041 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 4 Apr 2012 82,041 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 6 Apr 2011 64,326 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 XCH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY08 XCH, 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 XCH registered?

FY08 XCH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is FY08 XCH safe to buy?

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