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HK08 TYZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,460 mi
Last recorded155,460 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 155,460 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 133,509 miles

Nearside Front foglamp glass damaged

Nearside Front slight damage to outer tyre sidewall

Pass 12 Sep 2014 107,590 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

cuts in side wall on nearside front tyre

Fail 12 Sep 2014 107,589 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

cuts in side wall on nearside front tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2013 82,148 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 62,860 miles

2 stone-chips in zone 'b'in windscreen

nearside front foglamp lense broken

nearside front tyre has splits in outer and inner sidewalls, plus a large shallow cut to outer sidewall

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 1 Aug 2012 62,559 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

2 stone-chips in zone 'b'in windscreen

nearside front foglamp lense broken

nearside front tyre has splits in outer and inner sidewalls, plus a large shallow cut to outer sidewall

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Aug 2011 39,300 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2011 39,297 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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 TYZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TYZ, 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 TYZ registered?

HK08 TYZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is HK08 TYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 TYZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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