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G1 DFD

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,802 mi
Last recorded94,802 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG1 DFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2021 94,802 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 94,741 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 86,839 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 81,109 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 81,109 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 73,715 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 73,714 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 66,355 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 51,821 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 46,188 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 41,049 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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G1 DFD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DFD, 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 DFD registered?

G1 DFD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is G1 DFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G1 DFD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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