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HC57 AAK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

40,545 mi
Last recorded40,545 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC57 AAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 40,545 miles

both side repeaters condensated

Pass 27 Feb 2025 39,891 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 39,214 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside siderepeator lens condensated

Fail 26 Feb 2024 39,214 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside siderepeator lens condensated

Pass 2 Mar 2023 38,690 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 38,009 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 37,767 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 37,151 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 35,481 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 34,178 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 32,843 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 31,339 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 27,570 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 25,162 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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HC57 AAK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HC57 AAK, 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 HC57 AAK registered?

HC57 AAK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is HC57 AAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HC57 AAK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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