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HG08 VFX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,029 mi
Last recorded76,029 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 VFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 76,029 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 67,038 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 62,452 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 55,417 miles

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

O/S and N/S rear, chassis and suspension components are corroded

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

Fail 26 Aug 2023 55,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

O/S and N/S rear, chassis and suspension components are corroded

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2022 55,384 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Flashing with indicator (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 54,839 miles

"Service B due"message displayed

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread, smooth outer edge & age cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2021 54,839 miles

"Service B due"message displayed

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dipped beam bulb refitted (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread, smooth outer edge & age cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 53,968 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 51,078 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 48,290 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2017 45,580 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

front brake application slightly uneven

Pass 11 Jan 2016 43,154 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 8 Jan 2015 40,208 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2014 37,018 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 34,080 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 31,392 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 28,810 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 VFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol 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 VFX, 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 HG08 VFX registered?

HG08 VFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is HG08 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 VFX 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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