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FY08 YPO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,579 mi
Last recorded45,579 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 45,579 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 44,869 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 42,914 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 40,714 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 40,038 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 38,708 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 36,686 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 35,219 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 32,962 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 30,785 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 28,333 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 26,329 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 24,322 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 22,361 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 19,795 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 YPO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YPO, 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 FY08 YPO registered?

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

Is FY08 YPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 YPO shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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