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JJH 961N

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,716 mi
Last recorded71,716 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJH 961N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 71,716 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2026 71,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 71,631 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 71,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Aug 2024 71,205 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inside edge worn to cords (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 71,018 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 70,841 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 69,469 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 68,984 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 67,792 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 66,812 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2017 63,735 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 57,570 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 51,297 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emission too clean

Pass 9 Oct 2014 49,753 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2013 40,275 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2012 37,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyre inner shoulder worn

Pass 30 Sep 2011 32,283 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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JJH 961N is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JJH 961N, 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 JJH 961N registered?

JJH 961N is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 September 2008.

Is JJH 961N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJH 961N shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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