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M11 FJM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

16,392 mi
Last recorded16,392 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM11 FJM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 16,392 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 16,141 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 15,763 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

service light illuminated

Pass 6 Feb 2023 15,335 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 14,995 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 14,647 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 14,647 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2020 14,424 miles

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

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

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2019 13,824 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 13,189 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 12,550 miles

Offside Rear slight crack on inner sidewall of tyre

Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2016 11,731 miles

Undertrays fitted

Engine covers fitted

Offside Rear tyre has surface cracks on inner sidewall

Pass 12 Feb 2015 10,587 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 9,622 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2013 9,010 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 8,699 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 8,594 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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M11 FJM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel 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 M11 FJM, 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 M11 FJM registered?

M11 FJM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is M11 FJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M11 FJM 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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