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NV08 VLD

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,448 mi
Last recorded43,448 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 VLD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 43,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 35,952 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 27,432 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 26,701 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Aug 2023 26,701 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front lower rear suspension arm ball joint has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front lower rear suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 25,951 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi corroded slightly (1.1.11 (c))

undertrays & covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Aug 2021 48,335 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 23,883 miles

under trays fitted time of test

Pass 24 May 2019 22,980 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 21,278 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 20,100 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 18,660 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 17,026 miles

front wiper smearing

Fail 30 Apr 2015 17,026 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front wiper smearing

Pass 7 May 2014 15,146 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 12,822 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 10,627 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 8,538 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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NV08 VLD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 NV08 VLD, 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 NV08 VLD registered?

NV08 VLD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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The MOT history for NV08 VLD 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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