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N88 HRO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

117,870 mi
Last recorded117,870 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN88 HRO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 117,870 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2019 117,861 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 102,775 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear ball jont (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2016 95,279 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 82,399 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 71,041 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 60,195 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 51,635 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn on edge

Pass 9 Dec 2011 42,896 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 31,751 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2011 31,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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N88 HRO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N88 HRO, 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 N88 HRO registered?

N88 HRO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is N88 HRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N88 HRO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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