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HJ08 LNY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,798 mi
Last recorded35,798 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 LNY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 35,798 miles

Front Wipers slightly smearing

Pass 25 Mar 2025 35,074 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 34,537 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 33,707 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 32,773 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 31,973 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 31,270 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 30,252 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 28,846 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 26,720 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 24,360 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 21,818 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 18,870 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 15,193 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 12,043 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 7,422 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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HJ08 LNY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HJ08 LNY, 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 HJ08 LNY registered?

HJ08 LNY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HJ08 LNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ08 LNY shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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