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MT08 RSX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

182,073 mi
Last recorded182,073 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 RSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2022 182,073 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 163,692 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 146,246 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 146,246 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 138,966 miles

Rear parking brake slightly low

Pass 9 Apr 2018 132,087 miles

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2017 126,106 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 115,014 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 100,510 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

cut in nearside front tyre wall

Pass 22 Feb 2014 83,648 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)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 68,921 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 66,734 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 66,734 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 48,750 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

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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MT08 RSX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MT08 RSX, 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 MT08 RSX registered?

MT08 RSX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is MT08 RSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 RSX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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