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HV08 DZP

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,456 mi
Last recorded77,456 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 DZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2026 77,456 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 74,941 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 74,423 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 74,354 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 71,985 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 71,330 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 70,375 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 67,721 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 65,691 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 62,328 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Sill covers fitted

Under tray fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2016 59,547 miles

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2015 55,233 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 51,024 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2013 48,019 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2012 41,582 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2011 33,642 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

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 DZP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DZP, 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 HV08 DZP registered?

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

Is HV08 DZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 DZP shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HV08 DZP have outstanding finance?

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