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MV08 HZA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

120,598 mi
Last recorded120,598 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 HZA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2019 120,598 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 116,441 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2017 102,775 miles

rear bumper bar bent

Fail 1 Feb 2017 102,775 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

rear bumper bar bent

Pass 16 Dec 2016 101,085 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Dec 2016 101,085 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Dec 2015 91,558 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2015 91,168 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 27 Dec 2014 82,644 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edges,nsf bold on inner edge

Pass 27 Dec 2013 73,518 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 62,467 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 45,828 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 34,809 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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MV08 HZA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MV08 HZA, 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 MV08 HZA registered?

MV08 HZA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is MV08 HZA safe to buy?

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