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PF08 VZZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,787 mi
Last recorded85,787 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 VZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 85,787 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 83,509 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 81,654 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 78,868 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 75,870 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 72,791 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 71,297 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 68,963 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 14 Feb 2018 65,369 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 65,369 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 62,147 miles

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

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

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

n/s/f tyre worn on outer tread

o/s/f tyre worn on inner and outer treads

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2015 58,510 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 55,198 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 55,198 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 46,855 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 39,867 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 32,388 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 24,680 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 VZZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VZZ, 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 VZZ registered?

PF08 VZZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is PF08 VZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF08 VZZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PF08 VZZ have outstanding finance?

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