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HK08 BCE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,590 mi
Last recorded78,590 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 BCE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2025 78,590 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 74,240 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 69,916 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 65,433 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has slight play

Offside Front shock absorber has slight play

Pass 21 Oct 2021 60,184 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 55,660 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 50,594 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 44,129 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 38,245 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 32,910 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 26,797 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 24,775 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 21,534 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 19,185 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2012 16,628 miles

near side front tyre side wall cut

Pass 24 May 2011 14,014 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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HK08 BCE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel 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 HK08 BCE, 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 HK08 BCE?

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What year was HK08 BCE registered?

HK08 BCE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is HK08 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 BCE 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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