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HV08 XCW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,085 mi
Last recorded79,085 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 XCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 79,085 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 79,085 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Also doesn't open from inside (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 79,035 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 77,530 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 76,039 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 76,039 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached Nut and bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2021 73,918 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2020 72,030 miles

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 11 May 2019 65,771 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 61,077 miles

engine cover & under trays fitted

Fail 8 May 2018 61,077 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 12 May 2017 55,163 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 50,239 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 40,128 miles

front tyres bald on edges

Pass 7 May 2014 33,307 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

child seat fitted to near side rear

Fail 9 May 2013 30,500 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2013 30,500 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2012 23,747 miles

wipers poor starting to smear

Fail 17 May 2012 23,747 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

wipers poor starting to smear

Pass 23 May 2011 18,483 miles

nail in near side rear tyre

near side rear seat belt not fully inspected due to baby seat fitted

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 XCW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 HV08 XCW, 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 XCW registered?

HV08 XCW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is HV08 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 XCW shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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