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GP08 CYU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

159,589 mi
Last recorded159,589 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 CYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 159,589 miles

ALL widows tinted.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near side & off side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside parking brake recorded low effort.

engine cover & under tray fitted.

Pass 25 Jun 2018 152,757 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2017 146,449 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted.

Fail 20 Jun 2017 146,449 miles

Nearside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front Wiper not tested.

engine cover & under tray fitted.

Pass 21 Jun 2016 139,394 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2015 131,038 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 111,887 miles

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

v belt light cracks to rubber

Pass 17 Jun 2013 91,463 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 67,787 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 64,924 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 64,924 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2011 52,206 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 51,546 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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GP08 CYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel 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 GP08 CYU, 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

How do I check the history of GP08 CYU?

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What year was GP08 CYU registered?

GP08 CYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is GP08 CYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 CYU 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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