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GF08 CUG

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

115,240 mi
Last recorded115,240 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 CUG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 115,240 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 105,523 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 95,541 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 91,152 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play very slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 86,031 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 81,075 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 78,033 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 73,309 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 67,261 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 61,073 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 61,073 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GF08 CUG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GF08 CUG, 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 GF08 CUG registered?

GF08 CUG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is GF08 CUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 CUG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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