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MH08 BVK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

129,323 mi
Last recorded129,323 miles
Recorded on8 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH08 BVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2020 129,323 miles

covers fitted at time of test

Pass 3 May 2019 123,568 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 117,076 miles

both front tyres worn uneven

engine light on

front disc heavily corroded

Fail 27 Apr 2018 117,063 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

both front tyres worn uneven

engine light on

front disc heavily corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2017 108,966 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 99,314 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

childseat fitted to n/s/r

Fail 23 Apr 2016 98,434 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

childseat fitted to n/s/r

Pass 7 May 2015 81,281 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 80,787 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 67,029 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 54,044 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 36,275 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 36,275 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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MH08 BVK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MH08 BVK, 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 MH08 BVK registered?

MH08 BVK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is MH08 BVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH08 BVK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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