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G1 CPS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

43,820 mi
Last recorded43,820 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG1 CPS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 43,820 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 39,201 miles

brake discs corroded front & rear

Pass 28 Feb 2023 38,546 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 38,183 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 38,183 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 37,565 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 36,884 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 36,057 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 34,561 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 32,845 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 29,881 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 27,044 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 24,477 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 21,874 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 18,582 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 15,586 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 15,586 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside rear tyre damaged/starting to split

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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G1 CPS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 G1 CPS, 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 G1 CPS registered?

G1 CPS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is G1 CPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G1 CPS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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