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MK08 JFJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,862 mi
Last recorded97,862 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2026 97,862 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 88,631 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 86,257 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 82,054 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 72,556 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 57,545 miles

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)

Pass 9 May 2013 49,327 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

advise n/s/f 225/45/17 and n/s/r o/s/r 245/40/17 x2 tyres for wear and condition

Pass 28 Feb 2012 41,238 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 38,039 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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MK08 JFJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 JFJ, 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 JFJ registered?

MK08 JFJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MK08 JFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK08 JFJ shows 9 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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