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N21 GDS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,615 mi
Last recorded112,615 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN21 GDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 112,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 106,855 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower rear ball joint on hub carrier (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 103,322 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 99,950 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 265/35/18 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 95,940 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top suspension mount (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 91,115 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 91,115 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2019 86,299 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 81,985 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 73,384 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 68,457 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 61,100 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 52,739 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 44,436 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 36,626 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 29,011 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 22,941 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 22,941 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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N21 GDS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N21 GDS, 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 N21 GDS registered?

N21 GDS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is N21 GDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N21 GDS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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