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MJ08 DRJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

80,966 mi
Last recorded80,966 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 DRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 80,966 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Oct 2025 80,965 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 79,682 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2023 73,978 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 69,965 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 69,950 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded rear of sill (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Aug 2020 66,369 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 62,962 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 58,265 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 54,007 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 49,649 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 44,932 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 44,932 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 39,814 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 34,307 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 28,161 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 25,085 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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MJ08 DRJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 MJ08 DRJ, 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 MJ08 DRJ?

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What year was MJ08 DRJ registered?

MJ08 DRJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is MJ08 DRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 DRJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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