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M3 HRA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

34,211 mi
Last recorded34,211 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 HRA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2023 34,211 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 34,145 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

large undertrays fitted restricting inspection of some items

slight damage to front reg plate

Fail 13 Sep 2017 34,145 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

large undertrays fitted restricting inspection of some items

slight damage to front reg plate

Fail 2 Sep 2017 34,106 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working intermittent fault (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine bay covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2016 31,340 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 26,215 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2014 26,215 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 24,319 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2012 24,108 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 21,285 miles

N/S/F Tyre has cut but not exposing cords

O/S/R Tyre inner sidewall worn but not to cords

Fail 24 Feb 2011 21,285 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

N/S/F Tyre inner sidewall worn but not to cords

O/S/R Tyre has cut but not exposing cords

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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M3 HRA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 M3 HRA, 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 M3 HRA registered?

M3 HRA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is M3 HRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 HRA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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