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HV08 XCX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,853 mi
Last recorded103,853 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 XCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2025 103,853 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 98,843 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 94,001 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 87,740 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 80,848 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 76,289 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 68,061 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 61,544 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 55,031 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 48,150 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2015 37,763 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 31,134 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2013 26,376 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 21,231 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 18,443 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 17,707 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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HV08 XCX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol 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 XCX, 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

How do I check the history of HV08 XCX?

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What year was HV08 XCX registered?

HV08 XCX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is HV08 XCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 XCX 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.

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