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GN08 YXM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

279,928 mi
Last recorded279,928 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 YXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 279,928 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 265,226 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 265,204 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2022 254,068 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Oct 2022 254,068 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 238,023 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 227,886 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 205,282 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 179,919 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 151,797 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 123,933 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 97,708 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 71,389 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 50,874 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 50,004 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 45,844 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING OUTER EDGE

Pass 23 Feb 2011 43,166 miles

Nearside front tyre wall damaged.

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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GN08 YXM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GN08 YXM, 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 GN08 YXM registered?

GN08 YXM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GN08 YXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 YXM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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