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OX04 OXX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

148,049 mi
Last recorded148,049 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOX04 OXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 148,049 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 125,337 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2022 125,268 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 106,197 miles

Offside Front Headlamp unit slightly loose

Fail 12 Jan 2021 106,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp unit slightly loose

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 87,653 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 85,151 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 77,494 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 73,173 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 71,046 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 68,015 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 68,015 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 65,569 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 63,551 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 62,195 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 51,302 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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OX04 OXX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 OX04 OXX, 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 OX04 OXX registered?

OX04 OXX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is OX04 OXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OX04 OXX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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