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HY08 UKS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

66,397 mi
Last recorded66,397 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 UKS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 66,397 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Apr 2026 66,397 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 May 2025 65,007 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Undertrays fitted, Cannot inspect full underside of the vehicle

Fail 7 May 2025 65,007 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Undertrays fitted, Cannot inspect full underside of the vehicle

Pass 27 Feb 2024 62,963 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Heatshield loose

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted, Cannot inspect the full underside of the vehicle

Pass 27 Mar 2023 59,921 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 57,932 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Under tray & Sill Covers fitted, Cant inspect full underside of the Vehicle

Pass 7 Jan 2021 56,481 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2020 55,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40-17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2018 52,917 miles

Engine covers fitted, not allowing full inspection.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre misshapen on edges. (2.5mm)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre misshapen on edges.

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Under vehicle covers fitted, not allowing full inspection.

Pass 11 Jan 2018 50,239 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 47,931 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 39,890 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 39,865 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 24,832 miles

Both front tyres are bald on the outside edges

Pass 5 Feb 2014 17,817 miles

both rear tyres are ON 1.6mm limit

n/s front tyre is worn on the outer edge

Pass 6 Feb 2013 15,855 miles

both the rear tyres are very low on tread

Pass 24 Feb 2012 13,860 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 28 Feb 2011 9,395 miles

o/s front tyre has cuts in the outer sidewall but not to the cords

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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HY08 UKS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HY08 UKS, 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 HY08 UKS?

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What year was HY08 UKS registered?

HY08 UKS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HY08 UKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 UKS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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