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M18 CDB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,626 mi
Last recorded43,626 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM18 CDB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 43,626 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 43,580 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 42,489 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 42,435 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 15 Mar 2021 41,784 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 41,784 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 41,701 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 40,734 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust brackets corroded/flange bolts

Pass 20 Mar 2018 38,828 miles

both front discs are slightly worn

both rear tyres are wearing uneven on inner edges of tread

front pads look low

Pass 15 Mar 2017 36,966 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 35,498 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 33,908 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 32,136 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 30,525 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 28,164 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 28,164 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 20,387 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

under tray fitted

Fail 11 Mar 2011 20,386 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

under tray fitted

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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M18 CDB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M18 CDB, 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 M18 CDB?

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What year was M18 CDB registered?

M18 CDB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is M18 CDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M18 CDB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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