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LC08 AET

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

111,100 mi
Last recorded111,100 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 AET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 111,100 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 106,195 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 94,348 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 87,102 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 82,245 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 78,142 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 73,124 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 65,488 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 57,102 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 48,249 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 46,186 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 41,670 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 41,670 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 36,511 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 29,691 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2012 23,773 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 18,218 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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LC08 AET is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LC08 AET, 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 LC08 AET?

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What year was LC08 AET registered?

LC08 AET is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is LC08 AET safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 AET shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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