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HJN 1

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

83,686 mi
Last recorded83,686 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJN 1
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 83,686 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 82,457 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 81,386 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2022 80,343 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 79,240 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 77,669 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2019 73,369 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2018 68,390 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2018 68,389 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2017 62,977 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2016 58,115 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 52,580 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 46,645 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 40,354 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 34,789 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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HJN 1 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HJN 1, 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 HJN 1 registered?

HJN 1 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is HJN 1 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJN 1 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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