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HG08 VHP

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

356,554 mi
Last recorded356,554 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2018 356,554 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

full vehicle under-tray fitted, not allowing a full inspection

power steering noisy - further investigation required

Fail 24 Jan 2018 356,354 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35 18 (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

full vehicle under-tray fitted, not allowing a full inspection

Pass 23 Jan 2017 313,252 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 280,132 miles

both front mirror indicator lenses cracked

front wipers smeary

left rear shockabsorber starting to bounce more

right front foglamp lense cracked

Fail 29 Jan 2016 280,132 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front mirror indicator lenses cracked

front wipers smeary

left rear shockabsorber starting to bounce more

right front foglamp lense cracked

Pass 14 Jan 2015 245,587 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wipers smeary

Fail 14 Jan 2015 242,587 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wipers smeary

Pass 9 Jul 2013 186,302 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 140,440 miles

n/s/r tyre 3mm

Pass 24 Jun 2011 101,895 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 VHP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VHP, 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 HG08 VHP registered?

HG08 VHP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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