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OE08 DVK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

170,185 mi
Last recorded170,185 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 DVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2016 170,185 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 170,179 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing buckle (5.1.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 165,055 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 165,048 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 153,306 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2014 153,306 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Apr 2013 126,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 126,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2012 99,397 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

number plates delaminateing

Pass 23 May 2011 71,821 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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OE08 DVK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OE08 DVK, 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

How do I check the history of OE08 DVK?

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What year was OE08 DVK registered?

OE08 DVK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is OE08 DVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 DVK shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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