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GL08 VZB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,092 mi
Last recorded53,092 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 53,092 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 53,050 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 52,025 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 49,878 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 47,972 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 46,284 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 44,221 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 42,707 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 38,925 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view A zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 16 May 2019 38,925 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view A zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Jun 2018 33,396 miles

Offside Rear tyre deep cut to outer side wall

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 42,783 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 41,241 miles

Both front side repeaters have condensation in them

Both front tyres are worn on the outer edges

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 38,809 miles

both front tyres perished on tread

Pass 16 Jun 2014 36,459 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 21,243 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front outer tyre wall is slightly damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 19 Jun 2013 21,242 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front outer tyre wall is slightly damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 16,929 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 20,260 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 20,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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 VZB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 GL08 VZB, 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 VZB registered?

GL08 VZB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is GL08 VZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 VZB shows 20 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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