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G3 YEH

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,001 mi
Last recorded110,001 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 YEH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2025 110,001 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 108,910 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 108,621 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 105,760 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 102,729 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 102,729 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 98,557 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 92,043 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 92,043 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 86,020 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)

eml light is on

Pass 24 Nov 2014 75,081 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 62,243 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 44,255 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 42,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 42,193 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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G3 YEH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 G3 YEH, 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 G3 YEH registered?

G3 YEH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 November 2008.

Is G3 YEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 YEH shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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