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HV08 OES

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

216,569 mi
Last recorded216,569 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 216,569 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2025 192,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 170,477 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 136,386 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 114,624 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 114,268 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 112,416 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 110,123 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 107,160 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

slight damage to n/s/r light unit

Pass 23 Feb 2016 99,717 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

n/s/f tyre cut in outer sidewall but no cords visible.

slight damage to n/s/r light unit

Pass 23 Feb 2015 92,103 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Mar 2014 83,461 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)

n/s/r light cluster slightly damaged

Pass 6 Mar 2013 68,050 miles

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

nsf fog light not working

nsf parking light not working

washers leaking water

Pass 1 Mar 2012 42,406 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 41,913 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 33,742 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 33,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 OES is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 OES, 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 OES registered?

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

Is HV08 OES safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 OES shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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