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GD08 DPY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

152,208 mi
Last recorded152,208 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 DPY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 152,208 miles

exhaust flexy slightly deteriorated

n/s/f tyre as slight sidewall damage

o/s/f tyre worn slightly on outer edge

undershields fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2020 148,726 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 146,422 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 141,592 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 138,146 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 130,690 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 127,100 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 118,461 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 118,461 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 108,004 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 84,326 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 84,326 miles

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

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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GD08 DPY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GD08 DPY, 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.

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What year was GD08 DPY registered?

GD08 DPY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is GD08 DPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD08 DPY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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