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HF08 CLJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

59,362 mi
Last recorded59,362 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 CLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 59,362 miles

Manufacturer engine covers & undertrays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2025 57,225 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 51,860 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2023 41,792 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 32,176 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 31,999 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 31,711 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 30,363 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 28,485 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 26,269 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 24,303 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 22,131 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 19,785 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 17,401 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 14,007 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 14,007 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 11,530 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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HF08 CLJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HF08 CLJ, 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 HF08 CLJ registered?

HF08 CLJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is HF08 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF08 CLJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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