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GP08 PYB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

84,270 mi
Last recorded84,270 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 PYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 84,270 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 79,097 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 75,654 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 3 May 2022 75,654 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front 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 7 May 2021 73,282 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 68,411 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 60,007 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 57,719 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar link ball joint deteriorated, and weeping grease.

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Minor cut to outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, wearing on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 54,556 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 50,677 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 44,319 miles

Front tyres worn to 3mm and worn inner and outer edges

Pass 23 Feb 2015 42,602 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2015 42,602 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 39,938 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 33,503 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 26,707 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 17,881 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 PYB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 6,208cc petrol 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 GP08 PYB, 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 PYB?

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What year was GP08 PYB registered?

GP08 PYB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GP08 PYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 PYB 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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