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MK08 CLX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,206 mi
Last recorded102,206 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 CLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2022 102,206 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 93,191 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 88,402 miles

slight corrosion on rear metal brake pipes

Pass 12 Oct 2019 84,416 miles

exhaust clamp broken

Pass 4 Oct 2018 80,949 miles

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

under tray loose

Pass 17 Oct 2017 77,743 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Pass 22 Nov 2016 73,311 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 66,912 miles

Offside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% benefit is given to presenter (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 61,159 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2014 54,261 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 47,528 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2012 38,251 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 30,778 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 CLX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MK08 CLX, 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 MK08 CLX registered?

MK08 CLX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is MK08 CLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 CLX shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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