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GV08 STX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,544 mi
Last recorded69,544 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 STX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 69,544 miles

all tyres showing signs of shoulder wear

both rear suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated

front brake discs slightly pitted

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 31 Jul 2020 67,205 miles

both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

both rear radius arm bushes have slight play

exhaust heatsheild corroded

nearside front and offside rear coil springs corroded

offside front and nearside rear sidelights dim

offside front tyre close to legal limit

rear brake pads wearing thin

slight play at nearside front suspension arm bush

sweat at steering rack area

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 May 2019 62,554 miles

offside rear indicator slightly discoloured

offside rear tail lamp dim

offside rear tyre close to legal limit

offside stop lamp dim

slight play at offside front wheel brearing

Pass 31 May 2018 59,555 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 56,304 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Fail 31 May 2017 56,304 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 16 Oct 2015 45,102 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 37,531 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 35,272 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 30,028 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 19 May 2011 24,076 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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GV08 STX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GV08 STX, 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 GV08 STX registered?

GV08 STX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is GV08 STX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 STX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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