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N50 SPK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

121,970 mi
Last recorded121,970 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN50 SPK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 121,970 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 120,425 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 118,112 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 116,170 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 114,232 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 112,534 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 109,826 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2020 109,824 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket modified and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 100,818 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 88,293 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2018 88,293 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 71,237 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 58,738 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 53,608 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 43,782 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 35,960 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Feb 2012 30,184 miles

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage but cords/ply not exposed

Fail 16 Feb 2012 30,184 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage but cords/ply not exposed

Pass 21 Feb 2011 24,549 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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N50 SPK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 N50 SPK, 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 N50 SPK registered?

N50 SPK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is N50 SPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N50 SPK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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