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N30 FJS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

133,283 mi
Last recorded133,283 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN30 FJS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 133,283 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2025 129,165 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 124,926 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 119,475 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 114,291 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 109,104 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 104,687 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 101,871 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 101,374 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 98,542 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 91,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 84,473 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 73,127 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 58,484 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 58,484 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2013 52,245 miles

front and rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 13 Jul 2012 42,273 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 32,123 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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N30 FJS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N30 FJS, 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 N30 FJS registered?

N30 FJS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is N30 FJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N30 FJS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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