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MR56 PAW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

55,868 mi
Last recorded55,868 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR56 PAW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 55,868 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 54,726 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front Anti-roll bar links (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 52,950 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 50,876 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 49,518 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 48,316 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 46,618 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play o/s and n/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 44,456 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2017 41,912 miles

engine under trays fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2016 39,420 miles

under trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 18 May 2015 35,960 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 33,297 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Jun 2013 29,977 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 27,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

plastic outter sill covers fitted

vehicle underbody panels fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2012 27,128 miles

plastic outter sill covers fitted

vehicle underbody panels fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2011 22,878 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 22,612 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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MR56 PAW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MR56 PAW, 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 MR56 PAW registered?

MR56 PAW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is MR56 PAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR56 PAW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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