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MK08 JGX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,926 mi
Last recorded116,926 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 JGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 116,926 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 107,876 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 96,525 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 96,524 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 86,606 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 77,445 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

wipers worn

Pass 19 Feb 2013 65,971 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 65,971 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2012 50,310 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 33,968 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

both front tyres worn low on tread

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 JGX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JGX, 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 JGX registered?

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

Is MK08 JGX safe to buy?

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