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PY08 PFK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

45,177 mi
Last recorded45,177 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 PFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 45,177 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 12 Jun 2026 45,177 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification Coil Over Nut Loose (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 41,655 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 38,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 35,147 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 32,916 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 29,906 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 24,518 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 22,507 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (7.1.2)

Offside Front Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 17,203 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 15,909 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 14,930 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 13,439 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 12,103 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 10,345 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 8,209 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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PY08 PFK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PY08 PFK, 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 PY08 PFK registered?

PY08 PFK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is PY08 PFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY08 PFK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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