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GJ08 ZFA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

91,813 mi
Last recorded91,813 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 ZFA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2022 91,813 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 87,778 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 83,658 miles

n/s/r tyre was under inflated- may be damaged internally

surface corrosion on o/s/f and n/s/f brake pipes

Pass 12 Jan 2019 79,472 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 73,908 miles

Vehicle is fitted with under trays/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 4 Jan 2017 65,416 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 62,329 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 62,329 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 54,673 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres worn on outer edge

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 8 Sep 2014 54,673 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres worn on outer edge

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 44,431 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 36,633 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

car wet at time of test

Pass 6 Jun 2011 23,515 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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GJ08 ZFA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GJ08 ZFA, 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 GJ08 ZFA registered?

GJ08 ZFA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is GJ08 ZFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 ZFA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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