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PE08 VYP

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

114,814 mi
Last recorded114,814 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 VYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 114,814 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 102,611 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 95,884 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 95,293 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 93,825 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 92,313 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 89,483 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 89,483 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 87,072 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 84,319 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 80,915 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 75,867 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 70,139 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 62,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2012 53,833 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 42,331 miles

cut to o/s/r inner tyre wall

Fail 18 May 2011 44,331 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 VYP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VYP, 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 VYP?

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What year was PE08 VYP registered?

PE08 VYP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is PE08 VYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE08 VYP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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