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HN08 GDO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,994 mi
Last recorded167,994 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 GDO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 167,994 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2018 167,994 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2017 162,885 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 156,343 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 138,442 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 138,442 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear diff steady bar bushes worn

Pass 23 May 2014 118,567 miles

Both rear tyres wearing low

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front wheel centre cap missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 95,840 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 73,841 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 52,296 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 52,296 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 52,275 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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HN08 GDO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HN08 GDO, 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 HN08 GDO registered?

HN08 GDO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HN08 GDO safe to buy?

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