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PV08 CWM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

116,554 mi
Last recorded116,554 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPV08 CWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 116,554 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 116,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 May 2012 108,276 miles

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

Front tyres wearing on edges

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 21 May 2012 108,276 miles

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

Front tyres wearing on edges

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 May 2011 89,244 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)

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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PV08 CWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PV08 CWM, 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 PV08 CWM?

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What year was PV08 CWM registered?

PV08 CWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is PV08 CWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PV08 CWM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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