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HK08 EAO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

213,731 mi
Last recorded213,731 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 EAO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 213,731 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 197,063 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

undertray fitted obstructing tester view

Pass 10 Jun 2019 190,790 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 171,312 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jun 2017 165,290 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 162,390 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 May 2016 162,390 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 160,837 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 158,238 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 155,014 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 136,330 miles

Bulb failure stated on dash instrument panel display.

Nail in front tyre

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

Pass 23 May 2011 97,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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 EAO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EAO, 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 HK08 EAO registered?

HK08 EAO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is HK08 EAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 EAO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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