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HK08 EAM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

69,282 mi
Last recorded69,282 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 EAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 69,282 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 68,407 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 66,732 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 65,391 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 63,580 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 62,044 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 59,817 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 57,271 miles
Pass 29 May 2017 54,826 miles

undercovers and engine covers fitted obscuring some mechanical components

Pass 26 May 2016 52,442 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 49,786 miles

N/S/F Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

N/S/R Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

O/S/R Tyre wearing on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2014 47,552 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside/offside rear tyre on 3mm + slightly cracking

rear inner brake pads look low

Pass 7 Jun 2013 45,632 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2012 39,833 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 39,825 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 33,646 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 29 Jul 2011 33,627 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

nearside rear tyre worn to legal limit

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 EAM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EAM, 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 HK08 EAM registered?

HK08 EAM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is HK08 EAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 EAM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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