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PE08 VXM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

141,592 mi
Last recorded141,592 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 VXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 141,592 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 133,176 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2018 127,110 miles

Engine oil level low.

Nearside Front Passenger door has visable body damage.

Pass 27 Jan 2017 103,306 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 79,719 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 56,464 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 36,469 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 17,729 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 14,013 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 14,010 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 10,927 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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PE08 VXM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PE08 VXM, 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 PE08 VXM?

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What year was PE08 VXM registered?

PE08 VXM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is PE08 VXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE08 VXM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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