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MK08 CFU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

123,064 mi
Last recorded123,064 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 CFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 123,064 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2025 116,897 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 110,434 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 110,244 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 105,025 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 98,243 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 92,798 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 92,798 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 89,455 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 89,455 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 83,800 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 77,884 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 73,641 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 70,740 miles

brake pipes corroding

Fail 1 Nov 2016 70,736 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake pipes corroding

Pass 3 Nov 2015 66,140 miles

metal brake pipes corroding

Pass 3 Nov 2014 61,577 miles

front metal brake pipes corroding

Pass 28 Oct 2013 57,181 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 50,786 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 50,786 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 48,718 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 43,159 miles

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

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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MK08 CFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 MK08 CFU, 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 MK08 CFU registered?

MK08 CFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is MK08 CFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 CFU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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