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LP08 HGN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

71,769 mi
Last recorded71,769 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 HGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 71,769 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 68,840 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 65,058 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 61,379 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 59,347 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 57,348 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 55,356 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 52,091 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 48,780 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 46,836 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 6 Jul 2015 44,550 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 43,123 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 40,414 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 34,884 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 30,484 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 30,484 miles

Nearside Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

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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LP08 HGN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LP08 HGN, 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 LP08 HGN?

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What year was LP08 HGN registered?

LP08 HGN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is LP08 HGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 HGN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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