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HG08 VFT

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,937 mi
Last recorded96,937 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 VFT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 96,937 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 96,937 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 92,331 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at join with flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at join with flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 85,244 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underwing (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 81,436 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 28 Sep 2022 81,436 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 77,988 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 74,875 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 71,626 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 67,252 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 62,571 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 57,642 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 53,855 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 47,952 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 41,857 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 36,391 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 28,837 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 21,339 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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HG08 VFT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HG08 VFT, 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 HG08 VFT?

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What year was HG08 VFT registered?

HG08 VFT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is HG08 VFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 VFT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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