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PK08 YMH

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

57,017 mi
Last recorded57,017 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 YMH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 57,017 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2024 56,042 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 55,432 miles

rear axle leak

Pass 24 May 2022 54,213 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 53,377 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 53,340 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 53,326 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 52,184 miles

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 50,949 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 50,949 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 49,427 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 49,413 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 46,948 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 42,668 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 37,918 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 32,306 miles

N/S/R tyre has cut to sidewall, not cords are visable however.

Fail 1 Mar 2013 32,306 miles

N/S/R tyre has cut to sidewall, not cords are visable however.

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 22,636 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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PK08 YMH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PK08 YMH, 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 PK08 YMH registered?

PK08 YMH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is PK08 YMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK08 YMH shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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