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FY08 YPT

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

150,075 mi
Last recorded150,075 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 YPT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 150,075 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2025 132,328 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 119,418 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 111,511 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 102,096 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 92,980 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 88,256 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 84,307 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 83,632 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 80,855 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 77,229 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 73,745 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 69,398 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 69,388 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 63,626 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 79,032 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 33,611 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)

Pass 10 May 2011 14,884 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 YPT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FY08 YPT, 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

How do I check the history of FY08 YPT?

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What year was FY08 YPT registered?

FY08 YPT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FY08 YPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 YPT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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