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OY08 MLN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

171,523 mi
Last recorded171,523 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 MLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 171,523 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 157,419 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 146,145 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 133,728 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 122,419 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres wearing on outer / inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 112,211 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 101,460 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2014 101,460 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 92,466 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 86,653 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 84,429 miles

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

nearside rear brake disc scored

offside rear brake disc scored

Pass 16 Mar 2011 54,848 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

stone chip front screen

Fail 16 Mar 2011 54,848 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)

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

stone chip front screen

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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OY08 MLN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OY08 MLN, 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 OY08 MLN registered?

OY08 MLN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is OY08 MLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY08 MLN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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