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M4 FGU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

120,628 mi
Last recorded120,628 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM4 FGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2021 120,628 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge not far from the limit (1.72mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 99,488 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 99,439 miles

Front Headlamp insecure Both front (4.1.1 (c))

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Both front (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 91,056 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 84,680 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 76,666 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 76,666 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 67,394 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 58,889 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 52,462 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 42,231 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 24,855 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 12,430 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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M4 FGU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 M4 FGU, 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

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What year was M4 FGU registered?

M4 FGU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is M4 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M4 FGU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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