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HA08 LEO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,952 mi
Last recorded41,952 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHA08 LEO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 41,952 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front and rear brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))

EML warning lamp indicating a malfunction

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall scuffed/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Outer lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Small stone chip to windscreen

Pass 10 Oct 2024 40,759 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 39,759 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 38,261 miles

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning sidelight not working (wire melted on holder) (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 37,059 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 36,555 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 31,330 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 31,326 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected under passengers seat (4.11 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected under drivers seat (4.11 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front suspension arm chalked in yellow (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 23,659 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 21,595 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 19,963 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 19,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 18,680 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 17,707 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 16,385 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 14,944 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 14,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 13,071 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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HA08 LEO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HA08 LEO, 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.

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What year was HA08 LEO registered?

HA08 LEO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is HA08 LEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HA08 LEO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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