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J777 MDR

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,120 mi
Last recorded152,120 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ777 MDR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 152,120 miles

OSF WHEEL SLIGHTLY BINDING

Fail 2 Aug 2024 152,120 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

OSF WHEEL SLIGHTLY BINDING

Pass 27 Mar 2023 137,481 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light wing mirror both sides (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 124,207 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 112,524 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion on underbody,chassis,suspension and brake components

Pass 8 Apr 2019 88,979 miles

Engine Cover/Under Cover Fitted

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 82,518 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 82,518 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 76,245 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To Hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 10 Feb 2017 76,245 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking Caliper (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both Brake Pipes To Hose (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To Hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 66,606 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 64,696 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 54,295 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 46,250 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 39,065 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 31,210 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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J777 MDR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 J777 MDR, 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 J777 MDR registered?

J777 MDR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is J777 MDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J777 MDR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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