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HV08 CMX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

214,927 mi
Last recorded214,927 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 CMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 214,927 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Dec 2018 214,920 miles

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 191,883 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

diff oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2017 159,109 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear differential leaking oil

Pass 10 Feb 2016 120,394 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 88,370 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 75,313 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 63,711 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

OSR light cluster damaged

Pass 26 Jan 2012 49,872 miles

cut to nsf tyre swidewall

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 18 Feb 2011 38,085 miles

Nearside front tyre outer wall cut, but no cords exposed

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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HV08 CMX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HV08 CMX, 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 HV08 CMX registered?

HV08 CMX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HV08 CMX safe to buy?

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