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HX08 FNS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

118,161 mi
Last recorded118,161 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 FNS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 118,161 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 111,604 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 107,439 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 100,531 miles

Nearside Rear 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 19 Oct 2018 92,670 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 86,391 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 21 Nov 2016 76,736 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 66,820 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edges both sides (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Nov 2015 66,820 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edges both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 56,651 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 45,261 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 35,775 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 31,817 miles

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)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 24,385 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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HX08 FNS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HX08 FNS, 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 HX08 FNS registered?

HX08 FNS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is HX08 FNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX08 FNS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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