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PF08 FXW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

119,330 mi
Last recorded119,330 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 FXW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 119,330 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 108,371 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2020 102,831 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 100,187 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 91,910 miles

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

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

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2018 82,210 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2017 71,366 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 69,470 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 69,468 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 61,536 miles

engine cover and undertrays

items removed from drivers view

Pass 8 Jul 2014 48,668 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 40,735 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 32,343 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 26,040 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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PF08 FXW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PF08 FXW, 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 PF08 FXW registered?

PF08 FXW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is PF08 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF08 FXW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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