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OE08 FEV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,731 mi
Last recorded81,731 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 FEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 81,731 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 80,711 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 80,478 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 78,807 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 76,743 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 74,858 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 73,484 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 71,400 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 71,400 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 66,831 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 57,917 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 57,911 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint n/s/f (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint o/s/f (2.4.G.2)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front discs inner surfaces badly corroded (3.5.1i)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs inner surfaces slightly pitted (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 55,631 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 38,401 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2013 32,032 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre cut accross width (marked)

Fail 27 May 2013 32,018 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing inner shoulder

offside rear tyre cut accross width (marked)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 27,969 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 22,771 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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OE08 FEV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OE08 FEV, 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 OE08 FEV registered?

OE08 FEV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is OE08 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 FEV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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