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M111 YJY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

157,870 mi
Last recorded157,870 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM111 YJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 157,870 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of some components

Fail 22 Sep 2026 157,870 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of some components

Pass 22 Sep 2025 149,119 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 141,472 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 135,191 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 135,191 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 128,419 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 128,419 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 117,392 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement center arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement center arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

undertrays fitted obscurung the inspection of some components

Fail 17 Aug 2021 117,392 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement center arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement center arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

undertrays fitted obscurung the inspection of some components

Pass 28 Sep 2020 105,555 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 100,120 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components.

Fail 27 Sep 2019 100,119 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted twisted/rubbing on body component (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure dangerous (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure excessive/dangerous (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components -advise removal for inspection. (vehicle has corroded front and rear brake piping failed on test.)

Pass 27 Sep 2018 85,954 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material vehicle pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

under trays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable components

Pass 22 Jul 2017 72,079 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine cover and under-trays fitted

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge and slight damage to outer sidewall

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 6 Jul 2016 68,074 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 62,359 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 62,359 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front tyres cracked.

Pass 6 Feb 2014 58,780 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 53,325 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 46,662 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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M111 YJY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M111 YJY, 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 M111 YJY registered?

M111 YJY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2008.

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