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HV08 XRH

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

58,974 mi
Last recorded58,974 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 XRH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 58,974 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 54,702 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 52,404 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 51,726 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 51,032 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 49,966 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 49,452 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 49,070 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 48,044 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 47,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread low towards outer edge. Continental 225/45R17/91Y (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Fog lamp glass smashed.

Under trays present impeding inspection.

Pass 28 Feb 2017 44,903 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 41,632 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 38,207 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Mar 2014 33,922 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 29,808 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 29,808 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 25,527 miles

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)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 19,504 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 19,504 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 XRH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 XRH, 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 XRH registered?

HV08 XRH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HV08 XRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 XRH shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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