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GL08 EEM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

137,980 mi
Last recorded137,980 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 EEM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 137,980 miles

Engine management warning lamp stays illuminated

Nearside Front Day time lamp inoperative

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 131,095 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 123,439 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 111,665 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 103,161 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 95,429 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 84,354 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 84,354 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 67,646 miles

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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GL08 EEM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GL08 EEM, 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 GL08 EEM registered?

GL08 EEM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is GL08 EEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 EEM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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